2004 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 330 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 624 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |