2012 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-09. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 767 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-09, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 2013 Mazda CX-09 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Porsche | Mazda |
| Model | Cayman | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
