2010 Porsche Cayman vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic 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 212 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Honda Civic, 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2001 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayman | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | Cayman | Civic |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1306 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
