2003 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche 996 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | 996 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
