2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche Cayman 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 178 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 59 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayman | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |
