2003 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X3 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3. 2003 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X3 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |
