2005 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 560 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 535 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
