2010 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, both 2010 Porsche Cayenne and 2010 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (194 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayenne. (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayenne | 325 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1699 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2855 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 61 L |