2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. 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 188 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. 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 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 330. (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 330. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 330 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 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 BMW 330 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayenne | 330 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 57 L |