1995 Toyota Starlet vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (127 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 449 kg more than 1995 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Starlet | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Starlet | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1331 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
