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 (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 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 12 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
