2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Wrangler | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2777 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
