2000 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Magna | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2416 mm |
