2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Altima | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
