2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Donkervoort D8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Donkervoort D8 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 94 more horse power than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Donkervoort D8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Donkervoort D8 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Donkervoort | Porsche |
Model | D8 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |