2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2000 Caterham C21. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Caterham C21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 765 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21. 2008 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham C21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham C21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | C21 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
