2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 141 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayman | Touran |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1594 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
