2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. 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 44 more horse power than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | Cayman | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3386 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
