2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 578 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |