2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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, both vehicles can yield 370 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
