2002 BMW 332 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 665 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 332. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (421 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 332 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
