2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 895 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | R | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
