2007 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayman 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 104 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 86 kg more than 2012 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Nissan NP300, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Cayman | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2686 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
