2009 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 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 2010 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Camry, 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, 2010 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Toyota Camry 2010 Porsche Cayman
Make Toyota Porsche
Model Camry Cayman
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2362 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1330 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4376 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1306 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.7 L/100km 9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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