2009 BMW X6 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
