2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 208 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 673 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Citi, 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayman | Citi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
