1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Golf | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
