Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7

Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 petrol description

Coupe Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 has been produced from July, 2006 to January, 2009. It has six-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 2.7 litres, which produces power of 245 horsepower on 6500 rpm and torque 273 Nm (Newton metres) on 4600 revolutions per minute.

This 6-cylinder 24-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 220 000 to 370 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs 
This Porsche Cayman 2.7 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 7.75 litres.

Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 258 km/h.

The fuel consumption of this Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.3 litres per 100km (10.8 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Porsche Cayman 2005 - 2009 version, city fuel economy - 13.8 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 6.8 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 64 litres or 16.91 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 940 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Porsche real everyday fuel consumption is 9.9 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Porsche Cayman fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Porsche Cayman version with automatic gearbox (Porsche Cayman 2006 2.7 AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 0.9 seconds later (in 7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.8 litres per 100 km or 9 % - 10.1 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.4 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 11.3 litres per 100 km.
Porsche Cayman 2005

Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 technical data

Model: Porsche Cayman 2.7
Body style: Coupe
Production period: 2006. July ... 2009. January 
Engine: 2687 cm3 Petrol, 6 cylinders CO2 emissions: 222 g/km
Power: 245 HP ON 6500 RPM Torque: 273 NM ON 4600 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Maximum speed: 258 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.1 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 9.3 (combined) 13.8 (urban) 6.8 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 9.9 l/100km (23.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 64 litres (16.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 4.34m (length) 1.80m (width) 1.30m (height)
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters
Ground clearance: 121 mm (approximate, with standard suspension, unladen vehicle)
Seats: 2 seats
Trunk capacity: 260 litres
Gross weight: 1620 kg

Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 engine M97-20

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 220,000 to 370,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement 2687 cm3
Number of cylinders 6
Bore (cylinder diameter) 85.5 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 78 mm
Compression ratio 11.3 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing chain

Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more.

Fuel system Injection
Porsche Cayman 2005 2.7 oil type 5W-40
Oil capacity 7.75 litres (8.2 quarts)
Coolant capacity 24.4 litres (25.8 quarts)
Power 245 HP ON 6500 RPM
Torque 273 NM ON 4600 RPM
Start of production (year) 2006
Duration of production 3 years

All Porsche Cayman coupe [2005 - 2009] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Porsche Cayman 2006 2.7 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient version by real consumption

2.7 Petrol 245 HP 9.5 l/100km Manual (6)
Porsche Cayman 2006 2.7 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009

Most fuel efficient version

2.7 Petrol 245 HP 9.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Porsche Cayman 2006 2.7 Jul 2006 — Jan 2009 2.7 Petrol 245 HP 10.1 l/100km Automatic (5)
Porsche Cayman 2005 S 3.4

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds

3.4 Petrol 295 HP 10.6 l/100km Manual (6)
Porsche Cayman 2005 S 3.4

Most powerfull version (295 HP)

3.4 Petrol 295 HP 11.0 l/100km Automatic (5)
Porsche Cayman 2005 reviews
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