2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus 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 (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Focus | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |