2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 98 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC, 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 (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen CC.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Porsche Cayman 2012 Volkswagen CC
Make Porsche Volkswagen
Model Cayman CC
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3392 cc 2000 cc
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automated manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4799 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1855 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2708 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 74 L 70 L


 

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