2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (261 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 207 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Volkswagen | Porsche |
Model | Passat | Cayman |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4347 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1304 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2415 mm |