BMW X5 2013 vs Porsche Cayenne 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Hybrid | |
| Diesel (BMW X5) engines offer better fuel efficiency on highways and deliver high torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy-duty use. Hybrid (Porsche Cayenne) engines, however, are more fuel efficient in city traffic and produce lower emissions, especially during low-speed or stop-and-go conditions. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 381 HP | 333 HP | |
| Torque: | 740 NM | 440 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds | |
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BMW X5 is more dynamic to drive. BMW X5 engine produces 48 HP more power than Porsche Cayenne, whereas torque is 300 NM more than Porsche Cayenne. Thanks to more power BMW X5 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.7 | 3.4 | |
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The Porsche Cayenne is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. BMW X5 consumes 3.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Porsche Cayenne, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the BMW X5 could require 495 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 85 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1260 km in combined cycle | 2350 km in combined cycle | |
| Porsche Cayenne gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 209 mm (8.2 inches) | 215 mm (8.5 inches) | |
| BMW X5 2013 3.0 engine: The N57 engine is a robust turbo diesel unit without any major systemic issues. Its longevity depends heavily on regular maintenance, including timely servicing, periodic cleaning of the intake system, and active regeneration of the diesel particulate filter.
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Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.89 m | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.94 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.76 m | 1.71 m | |
| BMW X5 is 3 cm longer than the Porsche Cayenne, width is practically the same , while the height of BMW X5 is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 650 litres | 580 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1870 litres | 1690 litres | |
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BMW X5 has more luggage capacity. BMW X5 has 70 litres more trunk space than the Porsche Cayenne. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in BMW X5 (by 180 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.7 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW X5 is 0.8 metres more than that of the Porsche Cayenne, which means BMW X5 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`900 | 3`050 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | above average | |
| Porsche Cayenne has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW X5 has serious deffects in 65 percent more cases than Porsche Cayenne, so Porsche Cayenne quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 22 400 | 26 000 | |
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