2012 BMW X6 vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1184 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 2006 Smart ForFour. 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 508 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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2012 BMW X6 | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | X6 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 600 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 47 L |