2008 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (341 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 288 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 67 L |