1996 Porsche 993 vs. 2002 BMW X5
To start off, 2002 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 993. (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW X5 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2002 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1996 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 2002 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 993 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4619 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
