2009 BMW X6 vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 885 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. (591 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 92 L |
