2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Porsche Cayman and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75, 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Cayman | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3386 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
