2009 BMW X6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW X6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW X6 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 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 905 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 BMW X6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 67 L |
