2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda CR-V. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda CR-V. 2004 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda CR-V | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
