2009 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 325 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2895 mm |
