2002 Honda Life 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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life 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 229 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 Life, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Life | Cayman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 64 L |