2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |