2011 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2012 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Tucson, 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Tucson. (198 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Tucson | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Hyundai | Porsche |
| Model | Tucson | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4399 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1656 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
