2005 BMW X5 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |