2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 104 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 55 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayman | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
