2005 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | CR-V | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
