2006 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
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 Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT. 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 Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 92 L |
