2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Express | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
