BMW X5 4.4 vs Cayenne s

[vbmwx5]

Originally Posted by FSETH

Do a quick search and find out how to "reset" the software. It is a simple task that makes a difference in some cases. Also, Dinan makes engine and trans. software. The trans. software will help hold gears longer and give a higher roadspeed before shifing into the next gear. All of this will help acceleration.

X5 Series*::*X5 4.4i (E53) 2000-2006*::*Engine Tuning

Also, not to sound like a broken record, but if you want to beat your buddy in his S BUY A 4.6IS.

Thanks . I will check that out. If i am buying a 4.6is ...i might as well get a Cayenne s...they are pretty close in used car prices.

[willgabriel]

Originally Posted by vbmwx5

Thanks . I will check that out. If i am buying a 4.6is ...i might as well get a Cayenne s...they are pretty close in used car prices.

Maybe so, but whereas the BMW X5 is rated okay to better than average by Consumer Reports, the Cayenne is rated poor. Basically, Porsche (and BMW to a lesser extent as the newest X5's seem fairly reliable) does cars best. I don't think the Cayenne is worth considering as a result.

The BMW seems the better overall choice for a "blended" sporty/AWD/ultility vehicle. Of course, if you really want the best utility 4x4 vehicle, better run from the BMW, and buy the King of Kings: Toyota Land Cruiser.

[vbmwx5]

Originally Posted by willgabriel

Maybe so, but whereas the BMW X5 is rated okay to better than average by Consumer Reports, the Cayenne is rated poor. Basically, Porsche (and BMW to a lesser extent as the newest X5's seem fairly reliable) does cars best. I don't think the Cayenne is worth considering as a result.

The BMW seems the better overall choice for a "blended" sporty/AWD/ultility vehicle. Of course, if you really want the best utility 4x4 vehicle, better run from the BMW, and buy the King of Kings: Toyota Land Cruiser.

There is a big difference between Cayenne and Cayenne S , just like 3.0 and 4.4. Its just i never expected the 911 kind of feeling in an SUV , it just revs so fast and sounds sweet. Very eddy car ...X5 feels heavy and relaxed.