2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 485 kg more than 2013 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 (341 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2415 mm |
