2007 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Jetta | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1324 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
