2007 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Panamera. 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
