2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Express 2012 Porsche Cayman
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Express Cayman
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4294 cc 2900 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 299 Nm
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2366 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 64 L


 

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