2006 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (316 HP) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW X5 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1939 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 100 L |