2003 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2012 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
