BMW X5 M vs Porsche Macan

How does the BMW X5 M stack up against the Porsche Macan? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW X5 MBMW X5 M
vs
Porsche MacanPorsche Macan
SpecBMW X5 MPorsche Macan
Horsepower (max)617 hp630 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s3.3 s
Top speed290 km/h272 km/h
Variants19
Body stylePerformance SUVPerformance SUV
GenerationF9595B / Y3
Production2020 – present2014 – present
Length4,915 mm4,784 mm
Width2,016 mm1,938 mm
Height1,755 mm1,622 mm
Wheelbase2,975 mm2,893 mm

BMW X5 M vs Porsche Macan: common questions

Is the BMW X5 M or Porsche Macan faster?
The Porsche Macan is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.1s versus the BMW X5 M's 3.6s (0-100 km/h in 3.3s vs 3.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW X5 M or the Porsche Macan?
The Porsche Macan makes more power: 630 hp (470 kW) versus 617 hp (460 kW) for the BMW X5 M.
Is the BMW X5 M or Porsche Macan faster on top speed?
The BMW X5 M has the higher top speed at 180 mph (290 km/h), versus 169 mph (272 km/h) for the Porsche Macan.
What is the main difference between the BMW X5 M and the Porsche Macan?
Both are performance suvs in the same class. The Porsche Macan has the power advantage, while the BMW X5 M undercuts it, so the choice comes down to the spec differences above.