2001 Acura RL vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura RL weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura RL, 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, 2001 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2001 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RL | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RL | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
