2005 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 379 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (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 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |