BMW XM vs Porsche Cayenne

How does the BMW XM stack up against the Porsche Cayenne? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

BMW XMBMW XM
vs
Porsche CayennePorsche Cayenne
SpecBMW XMPorsche Cayenne
Horsepower (max)738 hp1,136 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.8 s2.5 s
Top speed290 km/h305 km/h
Variants117
Body stylePerformance SUVPerformance SUV
GenerationG099YA / E3
Production2023 – present2018 – present
Length5,110 mm4,985 mm
Width2,005 mm1,980 mm
Height1,755 mm1,674 mm
Wheelbase3,105 mm2,895 mm

BMW XM vs Porsche Cayenne: common questions

Is the BMW XM or Porsche Cayenne faster?
The Porsche Cayenne is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.4s versus the BMW XM's 3.6s (0-100 km/h in 2.5s vs 3.8s).
Which has more horsepower, the BMW XM or the Porsche Cayenne?
The Porsche Cayenne makes more power: 1,136 hp (847 kW) versus 738 hp (550 kW) for the BMW XM.
Is the BMW XM or Porsche Cayenne faster on top speed?
The Porsche Cayenne has the higher top speed at 190 mph (305 km/h), versus 180 mph (290 km/h) for the BMW XM.
What is the main difference between the BMW XM and the Porsche Cayenne?
Both are performance suvs in the same class. The Porsche Cayenne has the power advantage, while the BMW XM undercuts it, so the choice comes down to the spec differences above.