2003 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2895 mm |
