2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 1998 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Ford Mustang. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Mustang. 1998 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 1998 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayman | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
