2009 BMW X6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (610 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 263 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
