2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 110 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cayman | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1794 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
