2000 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic 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 183 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 255 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |