2007 BMW X3 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (301 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 92 L |
