2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 BMW X6. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 882 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 996 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
