2005 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 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 (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2895 mm |