2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2002 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra 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 143 more horse power than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 138 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra, 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 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2002 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | Cayman | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1781 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
