2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 550. 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 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 550 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |