Compare 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman vs 2024 Porsche 911
Deciding between the Porsche 718 and the Porsche 911 is no easy feat. These high-performance models have been engineered to perfection, and both offer exhilarating rides with advanced styling.
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman vs 2024 Porsche 911
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The 2024 Porsche 718 Cayman sits below the Porsche 911 in the lineup, and the two options are more affordable. How exactly do these models differ?
Engine
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
2024 Porsche 911: 3.0L Turbocharged 6-Cylinder
Horsepower
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: 300 hp
2024 Porsche 911: 379 hp
0 to 60 Miles Per Hour
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: 4.9 seconds
2024 Porsche 911: 4.0 seconds
MPG (City/Highway)
2024 Porsche 718 Cayman: 20/25 *
2024 Porsche 911: 18/24 *
Performance
The two-seat Porsche 718 Cayman is available with four powertrain options. These range from the base turbo 2.0-liter, four-cylinder, 300-horsepower engine up to the 4.0-liter, V6, 493-horsepower option. Select trims to add dual exhaust outlets, a variable-damping sport suspension, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and other equipment. The 2024 Porsche 911 also has several powertrains. The entry-level option is a 379-horsepower, turbo 3.0-liter, V6 engine. The top trim level has a naturally aspirated 4.0-liter V6 engine with 518 horsepower. Some of its available mechanical equipment includes rear-axle steering, a sport exhaust system, carbon-ceramic brakes, and more.
Appearance
The Porsche 718 Cayman has a powerful look with deep, streaming accents on the sides that taper into huge air inlets near the back haunches. This low-profile vehicle has strong curves over the roof and an aerodynamic front end. The hood shows off a pair of air inlets placed between the unique, teardrop-like headlights. The Porsche 911 also sits low to the ground, and it has a tapered roof line with a hood that trends sharply down toward the rounded nose. The front fascia displays angled air intakes, and the headlights are oval-shaped. Over the sides, a crisp crease crosses the doors, and the haunches are flared.
Features
Both of these Porsche models come with a Bose or Burmester sound system, a navigation system, a blind-spot warning, adaptive cruise control, carbon fiber trim, a sport steering wheel, sport pedals, illuminated door sills, a heated steering wheel, leather seats, USB ports, a wireless internet hotspot, Apple CarPlay, a two-zone climate control system, and heated seats. The Porsche 911 is also available with adaptive cruise control, ambient cabin lights, a surround-view camera, a sunroof, reduced sound deafening, an available backseat, and wireless smartphone app connections.
The perfect way to continue comparing the 718 Cayman and the 911 is through a road test. Contact our team at Porsche North Olmsted today to arrange a test drive.
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* EPA estimate. Actual mileage may vary.