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Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (130 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (29,500 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Townstar Compact Van or Porsche Cayman?

Nissan Townstar Compact Van vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • very slightly lighter
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Porsche Cayman

  • clearly more power
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Townstar Compact Van

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Townstar Compact Van is clearly cheaper – starting at 29,500 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 106,571 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Townstar Compact Van uses 6.6 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 6.4 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers clearly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 130 HP. That’s roughly 370 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayman delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 205 Nm more.

Townstar Compact Van

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Nissan Townstar Compact Van offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Townstar Compact Van is very slightly lighter – 1,399 kg compared to 1,490 kg. The difference is around 91 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Nissan Townstar Compact Van carries significantly more – 775 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 494 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is far ahead 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.

from £29,500
Townstar Compact Van

Nissan Townstar Compact Van

  • Engine Type Electric, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 122 - 130 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 20.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 263 km
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Nissan Townstar Compact Van

The Nissan Townstar is a smart, no-nonsense compact van that makes city running and tight deliveries feel almost effortless thanks to tidy packaging and clever storage. It keeps things sensible on the wallet and the road, offering a comfortable driving position and useful tech without flashy frills — the kind of workhorse you'll actually enjoy parking at the kerb.

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Porsche Cayman

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
Price
29,500 - 37,500 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
6.6 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
20.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
263 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 155 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,399 - 1,908 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
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Length
4,456 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
-
Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
571 - 775 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
122 - 130 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
240 - 245 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
90 - 96 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Porsche
Is the Nissan Townstar Compact Van offered with different drivetrains?

The Nissan Townstar Compact Van is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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