2011 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2011 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 BMW X6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X6. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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.
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2011 BMW X6 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | BMW | Land Rover |
Model | X6 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2745 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |