2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 601 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | Cayman |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 64 L |