2000 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2002 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (591 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 320 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 254 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
