2006 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 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 (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. 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 (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2895 mm |