2009 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X3 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 100 L |
