2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW X5. 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 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
