Introducing the Cayman,
Porsche now offers another attractive version of this outstanding Sports
Coupé. Power comes in this case from Porsche's 2.7-litre six-cylinder boxer
enhanced and upgraded to an even higher standard for the new Porsche Cayman.
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Like the Porsche
911 models and the Cayman S, the Cayman features VarioCam Plus technology,
the engine developing its maximum output of 245 bhp (180 kW) at
6500 rpm, with peak torque of 273 Newton-metres or 201 lb-ft between
4600 and 6000 rpm. Specific output is 91.2 bhp (66.9 kW) per litre,
average fuel consumption 9.3 litres/100 kilometres or 30.4 mpg Imp.
With the car weighing
just 1300 kilos or 2867 lb, the 2.7-litre boxer ensures acceleration
to 100 km/h or 62 mph in 6.1 seconds. In-gear acceleration from
80-120 km/h (50-75 mph) in fourth gear comes in 6.9 seconds, and
the top speed of the new model is 258 km/h or 160 mph. Fitted with
six-speed manual gearbox, the Cayman has a top speed of 260 km/h
or (161 mph), while top speed with Tiptronic S is 253 km/h or 157
mph.
At first sight,
the Cayman stands out through its coupé body so typical of Porsche
and a truly excellent drag coefficient of just 0.29.
Benefiting from two luggage
compartments, Porsche's Sports Coupé offers total storage capacity of no
less than 410 litres or 14.35 cu ft.
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The larger of the
two luggage compartments above the rear axle offers capacity of
260 litres or 9.1 cubic feet, while the luggage compartment at the
rear is accessible through the tail¬gate opening up extra-high to
provide head clearance of no less 1,95 metres or 6'6".
Seen from outside,
the Cayman stands out from the Cayman S mainly through its new 17-inch
light-alloy wheels with five double spokes, brake callipers with
black eloxy-plating, black lips around the front spoiler, the model
designation in titanium colour, as well as the oval exhaust gas
tailpipe.
Ultra-modern engine
technology featuring VarioCam Plus
For the first time Porsche's smallest boxer engine now features
VarioCam Plus valve manage¬ment controlling the entire charge cycle.
This ensures not only higher torque and engine output, but also
enhanced fuel economy. VarioCam Plus technology already featured
on the 911 models and the Cayman S is a combination of variable
valve timing on the intake cam-shaft (VarioCam) and a valve stroke
switching system (Plus).
Smaller pistons,
higher compression ratio
As in the 3.4-litre
power unit, stroke of the 2.7-litre engine is 78 millimetres or
3.07". The reduction in engine displacement, therefore, results
from the smaller diameter of the cast pistons down to 85.5 millimetres
or 3.37".
The 2.7-litre engine
features an even lighter crankshaft and the bores in the hollow
piston pins are larger than before to save six grams in each pin,
giving the engine an even faster, more dynamic and free-revving
response.
The new Porsche
Cayman naturally also boasts that muscular boxer sound to typical
of Porsche.
Specially conceived for
Porsche's new Sports Coupé, the exhaust system has extra-large cross sections
to keep counterpressure to a minimum and engine output at a maximum.
Sports Coupé with six
airbags
The safety equipment boasted
by Porsche's new Sports Coupé also includes two-stage full-size airbags
for the driver and passenger as well as the Porsche Side Impact Protection
System (POSIP). To ensure optimum protection of the upper body, the side
impact safety system comprises two thorax airbags, each with a volume of
8 litres, integrated in the seat backrests.
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High standard
of equipment with room for individual wishes
From the start,
the new Cayman comes with a high standard of sporting, functional,
and sophisticated equipment. The main differences versus the Cayman
S lie in the instruments featuring black dials and surrounded by
trim rings in Volcano Grey.
Standard features
on the Cayman include air conditioning with a built-in interior
air filter, a CD radio and seats with their central sections in
alcantara. The shift lever gaiter, door handles and handbrake lever
in the Cayman are all finished in leather.
Automatic air conditioning and seat upholstery finished either in
grained or smooth leather are available as optional extras. The
standard seats are adjustable in six different directions.
Shifting gears – either
manually or with automatic control
In standard trim, the Cayman
comes with a five-speed manual gearbox delivering the power of the engine
to the rear wheels of the car. The optional Sports Package comprises Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM) and a specially matched six-speed gearbox
with a longer ratio in top gear. Maximum speed in this case is 260 km/h
or 161 mph, with acceleration from 0-100 km/h coming in 6.1 seconds, as
with the five-gear model.
Yet a further alternative is Porsche's five-speed Tiptronic S automatic
transmission, with the Cayman accelerating to 100 km/h in 7 seconds and
reaching a top speed of 253 km/h or 157 mph.
PASM for even more sporting
performance
The extra-strong bodyshell
highly resistant to both flexural and bending forces, plus the mid-engined
concept of the car, offer everything required for neutral and precise driving
characteristics with a high standard of safety reserves. The front wheels
run on a spring strut axle with separate arrangement of the longitudinal
and track control arms, while the rear axle incorporates a spring strut
configuration specially optimised by Porsche for this new Sports Coupé.
Using modified anti-roll
bars and bearer springs, the chassis and suspension has been set up especially
for the Cayman. The very dynamic overall characteristics of the chassis
and suspension may be enhanced to an even higher level by optional Porsche
Active Suspension Management (PASM). This is an electronically controlled
damper system offering the driver the choice of either a very sporting or
a more comfortable set-up simply at the touch of a button.
