2009 BMW X6 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 BMW X6 and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 BMW X6. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X6 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. 2009 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X6 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X6 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 252 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
