2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 630 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 BMW 630. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayenne | 630 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |