2008 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 BMW X3 and 2008 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 485 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (678 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
