2003 BMW M3 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 BMW M3 and 2003 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 775 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 92 L |