2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 218 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester 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. 2009 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayman | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
