2003 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 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 120 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 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 | 1670 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
