2001 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mustang. (193 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 3 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mustang. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mustang. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Mustang | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 74 L |
