2002 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 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 134 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
