2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
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 Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2001 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
