2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 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 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |