2010 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 232 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Polo | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
| Model | Polo | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1550 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1088 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1682 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
