2011 BMW X5 vs. 2010 BMW X6
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 X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X6 would be higher. Both 2011 BMW X5 and 2010 BMW X6 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2010 BMW X6.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 406 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | X5 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |
