2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 172 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |