2007 Porsche Cayman vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa, 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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche Cayman | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayman | Previa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2900 mm |