2006 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche 911 (328 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 BMW X3 (410 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 911. (351 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2000 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 328 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
