2001 Ford Econoline 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 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 795 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econoline | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Econoline | Cayman |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3385 cc |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2420 mm |