2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 659 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman. 2008 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | 300 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1959 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
