2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 BMW X5
When we compare the 2006 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2006 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the 2006 Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2006 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. Based on this comparison of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2006 BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2006 Porsche Cayenne ranges from $4,451 to $18,428 while a used 2006 BMW X5 is priced between $2,972 to $13,215.
2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 BMW X5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2006 Porsche Cayenne loses 45 percent of its value and the 2006 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2006 Porsche Cayenne retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2006 BMW X5.
2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 BMW X5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche Cayenne is 8.2 out of 10 while the BMW X5's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 8 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the BMW X5 being ranked 9 out of 21. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Porsche Cayenne is ranked 14 and the BMW X5 is ranked 15. The Porsche Cayenne is also ranked 19 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X5 is ranked 20 out of 68.
2006 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2006 BMW X5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Porsche Cayenne is 8.1 out of 10. For the BMW X5 the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche Cayenne.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2006 Porsche Cayenne’s base engine makes 247 horsepower, and the 2006 BMW X5 base engine makes 225 horsepower. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the 2006 BMW X5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2006 Porsche Cayenne the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2006 Porsche Cayenne and 2006 BMW X5 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2006 BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4451 - 18428
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.449998
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2972 - 13215
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.191794 / 10
Reliability:
8.083588 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Porsche Cayenne Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
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8 out of / 68Ranking
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9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
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14 out of / 61Ranking
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15 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 54Ranking
52 out of / 59BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
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10 out of / 33Ranking
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15 out of / 61Ranking
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19 out of / 33Ranking
20 out of / 68Ranking
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40 out of / 54Ranking
46 out of / 59Ranking
55 out of / 68Ranking
55 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2006 Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
Base, S, Tiptronic, Turbo, Turbo S
2006 BMW X5 Trim Levels
3.0i, 4.4i, 4.8is
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
229 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7716 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp @ 5900 rpm
Torque:
214 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Cargo Space:
19 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
23.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
121.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4784 lbs
Width:
75.9 inches
Height:
66.9 inches
Length:
188.3 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
73.7 inches
Height:
67.5 inches
Length:
183.7 inches
Wheelbase:
111 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available