2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Carrera GT | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 74 L |
