1995 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 318 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1995 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 870 kg more than 1995 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |