2006 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 BMW X5 and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 460 kg more than 2006 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5. 2006 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 4.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |