2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Bionic Car Concept | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
