2011 Chrysler 300 vs. 2010 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 487 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, 2011 Chrysler 300 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Cayman. 2011 Chrysler 300 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. 2011 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Chrysler 300 | 2010 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | 300 | Cayman |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5044 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |