2005 BMW 748 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 748. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 748 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 BMW 748.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 748. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 748. (500 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 748.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 748 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 748 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2895 mm |