2006 Acura RSX vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura RSX would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 256 kg more than 2006 Acura RSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Acura | Porsche |
| Model | RSX | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
