2009 Cadillac STS-V vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 4,376 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS-V (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS-V should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Cadillac STS-V (595 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac STS-V | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Cadillac | Porsche |
Model | STS-V | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4376 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 595 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |