2003 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 530 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |