2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2967 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
