2003 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
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 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X5 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
