Comparison: 2019 Porsche Cayenne S vs 2019 BMW X5 xDrive40i

For a while, this game really was all BMW followed by the rest. By “this game”, I’m referring specifically to the performance two-row SUV game, because while Mercedes did have the AMG versions of the M-Class, it was the eventual arrival of the BMW X5M that really put performance first - thanks to its power, yes, but also its wonderful handling and purposeful looks.

Then, around 2002, that other other German brand – Porsche – came along with its Cayenne, and though at the time Porsche fans and sports car fans alike were up in arms, the automaker quelled the rebellion by delivering an SUV that could go toe-to-toe with many of the vehicles that those fans held so near and dear to their hearts.

Now we’re in 2019, and both vehicles have received comprehensive updates for this year. Here’s how they match up.

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