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Porsche Cayman vs Subaru BRZ comparison

Compare performance (500 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (136,000 £ vs 36,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Porsche Cayman or Subaru BRZ?

Porsche Cayman vs Subaru BRZ: Key differences

Porsche Cayman

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru BRZ

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • a bit lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Subaru BRZ is clearly cheaper – starting at 36,000 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 100,037 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Subaru BRZ uses 8.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L/100km. The difference is about 4.2 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman offers significantly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 235 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Subaru BRZ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayman is clearly faster – reaching 315 km/h, while the Subaru BRZ tops out at 226 km/h. The difference is around 89 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayman delivers significantly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 200 Nm more.

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: Subaru BRZ offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru BRZ is a bit lighter – 1,275 kg compared to 1,490 kg. The difference is around 215 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru BRZ offers clearly more boot space – 237 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 53 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru BRZ carries visibly more – 404 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 123 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru BRZ stands well ahead of its rival 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 £36,000
BRZ

Subaru BRZ

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 235 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 8.8 L/100km
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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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The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
136,000 £
Price
36,000 - 38,600 £
Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
295 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
54 L
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
2
Seats
4
Doors
2
Doors
2
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Curb weight
1,275 - 1,296 kg
Trunk capacity
184 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4,456 mm
Length
4,265 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Width
1,775 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Height
1,310 mm
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
281 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
500 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
315 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
450 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
368 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3
Engine capacity
2,387 cm3

General
Model Year
2021
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Porsche
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Porsche Cayman have?

The Porsche Cayman is available as Rear-Wheel Drive.

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