2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Avancier. (212 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2002 Honda Avancier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Avancier. (285 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Avancier. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Avancier | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
