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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (189 HP) 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 460 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.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). 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 | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
