2002 Honda NSX 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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX 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 5 more horse power than 2002 Honda NSX. (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX. 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 (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda NSX | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | NSX | Cayman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3385 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 96.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |