2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 474 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Hardbody | Cayman |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3275 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 64 L |