2007 BMW 130 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 130 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 BMW 130. (266 HP @ 6650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 130.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 130. 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 (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 130. (427 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 130 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 261 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1688 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2895 mm |
