2009 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,386 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 104 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 2008 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 2008 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2008 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Focus | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
