2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord 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 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
