2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 228 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser, 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 Chrysler PT Cruiser (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
