2011 BMW X3 vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 BMW X3. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X3 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche 911. (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X3 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | 911 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4648 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |