2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, both 2009 Porsche Cayman and 2009 Tata Indica 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 217 more horse power than 2009 Tata Indica. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Tata Indica. 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, 2009 Tata Indica, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Indica. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Cayman | Indica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1405 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
