2006 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |