2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback 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 120 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Cayman | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
