2009 BMW X6 vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 BMW X6 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X6 (401 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW X6 (610 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Cayenne. (311 Nm). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4395 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2265 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
