2001 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 805 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2001 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 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, 2001 BMW X5 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 64 L |
