2010 Porsche Cayman vs. 2002 GAZ 3111
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayman is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GAZ 3111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GAZ 3111 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 172 more horse power than 2002 GAZ 3111. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2002 GAZ 3111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GAZ 3111. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GAZ 3111. 2002 GAZ 3111 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. 2002 GAZ 3111 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Porsche Cayman | 2002 GAZ 3111 | |
| Make | Porsche | GAZ |
| Model | Cayman | 3111 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1306 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2810 mm |
