2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 187 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 845 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5, 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cayman | T5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1896 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
