2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | Z9 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
