2004 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5.
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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5. 2004 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW X5 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 481 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |