2008 BMW 320 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 320 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2895 mm |
