2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X Coupe | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 100 L |