2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 20 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 318 2006 Porsche Cayman
Make BMW Porsche
Model 318 Cayman
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1995 cc 3392 cc
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 340 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 218 km/hour 275 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.3 seconds 5.7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1395 kg 1415 kg
Vehicle Length 4870 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.4 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 74 L


 

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