2006 Ford S-Max vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2006 Ford S-Max and 2006 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Ford S-Max. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 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 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max, 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, 2006 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford S-Max | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | S-Max | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |