2005 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 928 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 76 L |
