2003 Ford GT vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Ford 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford GT has manual transmission. 2003 Ford GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford GT | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | GT | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.8 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 267 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
