2005 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
