2006 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 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 238 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 433 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. 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 (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 330 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |