2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (237 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X3 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X3 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, 2013 BMW X3 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Cayman | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |
