2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 700 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 BMW X5 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 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 (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 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 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1495 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 Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |