2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 111 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Cayman | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4115 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1306 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
