1997 Ford Ka vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1997 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 450 kg more than 1997 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ka, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ka | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Ka | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
