2009 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (620 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2003 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
