2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325. 2006 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 325 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3594 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |