2001 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
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, 2001 BMW X5 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993. 2001 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. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
