2007 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 64 L |
