2010 BMW X6 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X6 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 51 L |
