2007 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | X5 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 92 L |