2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 746 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
