2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |