2006 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Defender would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 762 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Defender. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Defender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Land Rover | Porsche |
| Model | Defender | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2415 mm |
