2001 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit, 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Fit | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
