2010 BMW M6 vs. 2011 BMW X5

To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2011 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2010 BMW M6.

Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M6. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 BMW M6 2011 BMW X5
Make BMW BMW
Model M6 X5
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 576 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1995 kg 2355 kg
Vehicle Length 4872 mm 4857 mm
Vehicle Width 1854 mm 1933 mm
Vehicle Height 1377 mm 1776 mm
Wheelbase Size 2781 mm 2934 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L


 

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