2007 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 BMW 750. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 2011 Porsche Cayenne
Make BMW Porsche
Model 750 Cayenne
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4797 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 360 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 578 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 2240 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1712 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2896 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 85 L


 

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