2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |