2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (480 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |