2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Forester | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
