2007 Volkswagen Citi vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 493 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (119 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Citi | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Citi | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1423 cc | 3400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 857 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
