1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 830 kg more than 1998 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 1998 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 318 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2895 mm |