2013 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, both 2013 Porsche 911 and 2013 Porsche Cayman were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (261 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Porsche 911, 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 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Cayman. (300 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Cayman. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Porsche 911 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Porsche | Porsche |
| Model | 911 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 265 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4477 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1304 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2415 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
