2004 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2004 BMW X3 and 2004 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,925 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW X3 (290 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X3 | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2925 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |