2009 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 489 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Acura MDX | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Acura | Porsche |
Model | MDX | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2415 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |