2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Sportwagon | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
