2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 664 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
