2006 BMW X3 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X3. (291 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman 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 Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
