2010 BMW X5 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2010 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X5 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
