2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Carrera GT | Cayman |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |