2006 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. Both 2006 Porsche Boxster and 2008 Porsche Cayman are equipped with a 2,687 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Boxster | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 256 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
