2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 525 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
