2009 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (405 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | M3 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1676 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |