2004 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X3 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (290 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
