2010 BMW X5 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (311 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (474 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2856 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
