2003 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 45 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 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 2009 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, both vehicles can yield 340 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
