2012 BMW X6 vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. 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 71 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Altima. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 854 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 2002 Nissan Altima. 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 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X6 | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X6 | Altima |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |