2004 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2004 BMW 545 and 2004 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,505 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 BMW 545. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 545. (447 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 545 | 2004 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 545 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 99 L |