2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 337 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |