2001 Acura Integra vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura Integra. 2001 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | Integra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2415 mm |
