2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. (276 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 4664 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |
