2008 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,805 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (700 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535. 2008 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Cayenne | 535 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4805 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
