2008 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
