2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 5 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 102 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 472 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon, 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Cayman | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | Cayman | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| 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 | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
