2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 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 (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 BMW X5. 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 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW X5 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 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 | 500 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2322 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |