2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 320 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |