2006 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2006 BMW 318 and 2006 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 318 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 318 | 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 318 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
