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VW Grand California vs Porsche Cayman comparison

Compare performance (163 HP vs 500 HP), boot space and price (70,200 £ vs 136,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Grand California or Porsche Cayman?

VW Grand California vs Porsche Cayman: Key differences

VW Grand California

  • significantly cheaper
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Porsche Cayman

  • clearly more power
  • substantially lighter
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Grand California

Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Grand California is significantly cheaper – starting at 70,200 £ , while the Porsche Cayman costs 136,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 65,792 £.

Cayman

Engine and Performance:

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 Porsche Cayman offers clearly more power – delivering 500 HP compared to 163 HP. That’s roughly 337 HP more horsepower.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Grand California offers more seats – 4 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Porsche Cayman is substantially lighter – 1,490 kg compared to 3,052 kg. The difference is around 1,562 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayman offers clearly more boot space – 184 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Grand California carries noticeably more – 448 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 167 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayman 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.

£136,028
Cayman

Porsche Cayman

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 500 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 13 L/100km
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VW Grand California

The Grand California is Volkswagen's remarkable take on the camper van, blending practicality with comfort for the ultimate road trip experience. With ample space for both living and storage, it's designed for adventure seekers who don't want to compromise on amenities. Whether you're exploring coastal roads or setting up camp in the mountains, the Grand California offers a perfect home away from home.

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VW Grand California
Porsche Cayman

Costs and Consumption
Price
70,200 - 77,900 £
Price
136,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
13 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
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co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Bus
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
4
Seats
2
Doors
4
Doors
2
Curb weight
3,052 - 3,354 kg
Curb weight
1,490 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
5,986 - 6,836 mm
Length
4,456 mm
Width
2,040 mm
Width
1,822 mm
Height
2,839 - 2,971 mm
Height
1,267 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
146 - 448 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
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Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
120 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
3,996 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
-
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche
Is the VW Grand California offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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