2006 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3400 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2415 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |