1999 Honda Today vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today 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 248 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 705 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Honda Today 2006 Porsche Cayman
Make Honda Porsche
Model Today Cayman
Year Released 1999 2006
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 656 cc 3392 cc
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1810 mm


 

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