2001 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |