2005 BMW X5 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1996 Porsche 993.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 993. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Porsche 993. (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Porsche 993.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
