2019 Porsche Cayman vs. 911

Cayman vs. 911: Price

The main difference between the new 718 Cayman and the new 911 is price. The latter is more expensive but offers greater performance and features, while the former is more affordable and earns higher mpg ratings. See which is right for you:

• 2019 Porsche 718 Cayman: Starting MSRP of $56,900
• 2019 Porsche 911 Carrera: Starting MSRP of $91,100

Cayman vs. 911: Performance & Fuel-Efficiency

• Engine: The 718 Cayman is powered by a 300-hp 2.0L turbo H4 engine rated 280 lb-ft of torque, while the base 911 gets a 370-hp 3.0L twin-turbo boxer 6 engine rated at 331 lb-ft of torque.
• MPG Ratings: The 718 Cayman is less powerful than the 911, but it’s more fuel-efficient on Menlo Park and Milpitas roads; it earns a 21 mpg city/28 mpg highway vs. 20 mpg city/29 mpg highway from the 911.
• Acceleration: The 718 Cayman S and Cayman GTS both have a 0-60 mph acceleration time of 4.4 seconds. At the base level, the 911 Carrera is just as fast, and it only gets faster as you move up the lineup.

Cayman vs. 911: Features

• Porsche 718 Cayman: Standard features for the 718 Cayman and 718 Boxster include performance summer tires, front and rear parking sensors, a rearview camera, a 7-inch touchscreen, and a 6-speaker audio system with a CD player.
• Porsche 911 Carrera: The Porsche 911 Carrera includes many of the 718’s features while upgrading to power sport seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, an illuminated locking glove box, and partial leather upholstery.