2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C 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 63 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cayman | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
