2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 3 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (181 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 248 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayman. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cayman | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2231 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
