2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2005 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Porsche | BMW |
| Model | Cayman | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
