2008 Ford S-Max vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford S-Max. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford S-Max would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Ford S-Max. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford S-Max weights approximately 448 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford S-Max, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford S-Max.
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2008 Ford S-Max | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | S-Max | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 282 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2415 mm |