2012 BMW 123 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, both 2012 BMW 123 and 2012 BMW X6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2012 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 123. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 123.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 123 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 123 | X6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1423 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 85 L |