1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Odyssey | Cayman |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2687 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2420 mm |