2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 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 111 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2009 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.3 mm |
| 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
