2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2009 Porsche Cayman and 2009 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 59 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 116 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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2009 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Porsche | Hyundai |
| Model | Cayman | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 3342 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
