2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 885 kg more than 2006 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X3 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |