2011 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 9 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus. 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, 2013 Ford Focus, 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 (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Cayman | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1303 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
