2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Caterham Superlight R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Caterham Superlight R would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Caterham Superlight R. (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Caterham Superlight R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Caterham Superlight R | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Caterham | Porsche |
| Model | Superlight R | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2687 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
