2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 2 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 99 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4, 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayman | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
