2006 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Porsche | Porsche |
Model | Cayman | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3392 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 304 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1295 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |