2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 114 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Honda Accord, 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | Cayman | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2400 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |