2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 109 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 204 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cayman | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2400 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
