2005 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 435 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2006 Porsche 911
Make BMW Porsche
Model X5 911
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2926 cc 3589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 210 km/hour 305 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.3 seconds 4.3 seconds
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 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 64 L


 

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