2002 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 996 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 996 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
