2004 BMW X3 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2004 BMW X3. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 BMW X3. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X3. (237 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X3 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 85 L |
