2006 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 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), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 BMW X3. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 575 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2006 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 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 |
