2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | MX-5 Miata | Cayman |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |