2003 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 64 L |
