2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |