2008 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 (481 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 67 L |
