2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |