2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 282 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1018 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
