2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2006 Porsche Cayman
Make BMW Porsche
Model 330 Cayman
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2996 cc 2686 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 242 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 273 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 85.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 78 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 258 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 64 L


 

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