2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2006 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart Roadster 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 210 more horse power than 2006 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Smart Roadster. 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 (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2006 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Porsche | Smart |
Model | Cayman | Roadster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 698 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |