2012 BMW X1 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2012 BMW X1 and 2012 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | X1 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 380 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
