2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 4 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 111 more horse power than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 6 kg more than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | Cayman | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2500 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |