2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (291 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1125 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Tahoe | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |