2011 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 BMW X6.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan NV. 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 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | NV |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 106 L |
