2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2008 Porsche Cayman and 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 168 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 130 kg more than 2008 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Skoda Fabia, 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 (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Cayman | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
