2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 129 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
