2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 530 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
