2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. (339 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Endeavor | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3828 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
