2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo, 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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 35 L |
