2012 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW X6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2012 BMW X6. (304 HP @ 440 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 BMW X6. 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X6. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X6 | S |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 440 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
