2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,587 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3587 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
