1999 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2003 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |
