2007 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz, 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, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Veracruz | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Veracruz | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
