2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano 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 256 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 930 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2010 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2010 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Porsche | Tata |
| Model | Cayman | Nano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 624 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 267 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 37 L |
