2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Roadster | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
