2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (261 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Express | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2415 mm |