2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 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 2008 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2008 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | Tribute | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
