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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 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 208 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
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 | 2996 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |