2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 330 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2416 mm |
