2009 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,007 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 384 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Explorer. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Explorer | Cayman |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4007 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |