2008 BMW 650 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 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 BMW 650. 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 650. 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 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 650 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |