2011 BMW X6 vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 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 (555 HP) has 354 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. 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) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X6 | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X6 | 508 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2817 mm |
