2003 BMW X3 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 BMW X3 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 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2003 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 500 kg more than 2003 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X3. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X3 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4511 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |