2004 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
