2008 BMW 523 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 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 523 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 685 kg more than 2008 BMW 523. 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 523. 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 (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 523 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2895 mm |
