2008 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (381 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (475 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (385 Nm). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 385 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 89 L |