2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Traverse and 2009 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (242 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 269 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse has automatic transmission and 2009 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2009 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Traverse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Traverse | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 2687 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
