2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 256 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V, 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | FR-V | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2415 mm |
