2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2001 Toyota MR2. (140 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
