2011 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Scion xB
To start off, both 2011 BMW X6 and 2011 Scion xB were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2011 Scion xB. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2011 Scion xB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion xB. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xB. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xB. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion xB has manual transmission. 2011 Scion xB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2011 Scion xB | |
| Make | BMW | Scion |
| Model | X6 | xB |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 53 L |
