2009 BMW 135 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 555 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 135 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 100 L |
