2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 718 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Porsche Cayman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX will offer significantly more control. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura ZDX. 2013 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Porsche | Acura |
| Model | Cayman | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
