1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2002 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 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, 2002 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 968 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 93 L |
