2008 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2008 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | Legacy | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
