2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 2,686 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayman (245 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2686 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
