2008 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Tucson. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |
