2010 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (322 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 992 kg more than 2010 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2013 GMC Sierra (472 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 2013 GMC Sierra 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. 2013 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Porsche Cayman 2013 GMC Sierra
Make Porsche GMC
Model Cayman Sierra
Year Released 2010 2013
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3400 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 7200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 472 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 2342 kg
Vehicle Length 4376 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1801 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1306 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2416 mm 3645 mm
Fuel Consumption 9 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 14.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 98 L


 

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