2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 57 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 216 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2013 BMW 3 Series 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. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Porsche Cayman | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Porsche | BMW |
Model | Cayman | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |