2011 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 120 | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 120 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |