1996 Mazda MPV vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mazda MPV | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MPV | Cayman |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2420 mm |