2007 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 BMW 740. 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 2012 BMW 740. 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 (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Cayenne | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayenne | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4511 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |