2006 Porsche Cayman S First Drive

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TO THE POINT What’s New? Porsche adds a roof to the Boxster to create the Cayman S, a terrific new sports car that’s as practical as it is fun to drive.
Selling Points: Authentic Porsche driving experience, lots of room for luggage, engine note produces goose bumps
Deal Breakers: Rear visibility, unusual design, with options this is more expensive than a Corvette Z06
Our Advice: If you’ve gotta have a Porsche, save thousands for the extensive options list by choosing the new Cayman S over the pricier 911 Carrera.

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Specifications The 2006 Porsche Cayman S competes against the Audi TT 3.2 Coupe, Chevrolet Corvette, Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6, Mazda RX-8, and Nissan 350Z.

Test Vehicle: 2006 Porsche Cayman S
Estimated Price Range: $58,900 to $80,000
Engine Size and Type: 3.2-liter six-cylinder horizontally-opposed (flat, or boxer) engine
Engine Horsepower: 295 at 6250 rpm
Engine Torque: 251 lb.-ft. from 4400 rpm to 6000 rpm
Transmission: Six-speed manual or Five-speed Tiptronic
Curb Weight, lbs.: 2,955
Length: 170.9 inches
Width: 70.9 inches
Height: 51.4 inches
Wheelbase: 95.1 inches
Max. Seating Capacity: Two
Max. Cargo Volume: 14.4 cu. ft.
Competitors: Audi TT 3.2 Coupe, BMW Z4 3.0i, Cadillac XLR, Chevrolet Corvette, Chrysler Crossfire SRT-6, Honda S2000, Lexus SC 430, Mazda RX-8, Mercedes-Benz SLK-Class, Nissan 350Z, Porsche Boxster, Porsche 911.

Photos courtesy of Porsche

By Neil Dunlop