2003 Holden Statesman 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 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (291 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Statesman | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
