2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 456 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2415 mm |
