2003 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Cayman |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |