Compare performance (635 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (175,700 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren GT Series or Porsche Cayman?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Porsche Cayman is noticeably cheaper – starting at 136,000 £ , while the McLaren GT Series costs 175,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,686 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the McLaren GT Series uses 11.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 1.1 L/100km.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the McLaren GT Series offers markedly more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 500 HP. That’s roughly 135 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren GT Series is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 3.2 s, while the Porsche Cayman takes 3.4 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren GT Series delivers clearly more torque with 630 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is barely lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 1,520 kg. The difference is around 30 kg.
Looking at boot space, the McLaren GT Series offers clearly more boot space – 420 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.
The McLaren GT Series is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The McLaren GT takes the supercar blueprint and stretches it into a grand tourer, marrying thrilling pace with genuine long-distance comfort and a cabin that’s actually liveable. If you crave weekend escape capability without surrendering driver engagement, this is the car to consider — though it does attract a fair share of admiring glances.
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The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
175,700 £
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Price
136,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
11.9 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
270 g/km
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co2
295 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
54 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Coupe
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Body Type
Coupe
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
2
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Curb weight
1,520 kg
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Curb weight
1,490 kg
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Trunk capacity
420 L
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Trunk capacity
184 L
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Length
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Length
4,456 mm
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Width
2,045 mm
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Width
1,822 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,267 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
272 L
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Payload
-
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Payload
281 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
635 HP
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Power HP
500 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
315 km/h
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Torque
630 Nm
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Torque
450 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
6
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Power kW
467 kW
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Power kW
368 kW
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023
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Model Year
2,021
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
Porsche
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