2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Santa Fe | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
