2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Peugeot 508. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot 508 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 508. (338 Nm). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 508 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2933 mm |
