2010 Volkswagen Routan 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 Routan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Routan would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 746 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
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 Routan, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Routan. 2010 Volkswagen Routan has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Routan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volkswagen Routan | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Routan | Cayman |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2096 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5144 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1953 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3078 mm | 2415 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |