2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 810 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Porsche | Westfield |
| Model | Cayman | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2340 mm |
