2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 185 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 489 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2012 Toyota Yaris, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1041 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |
