2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2009 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 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 | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |