2006 BMW 630 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 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 630. 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 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 630 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2895 mm |
