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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $0

Porsche Cayman S   
Difference: $52,870

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062006
ModelCayman3-Series
TrimSM3
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Base Price $0 $48,900
Front sport buckets 0  
Navigation system 0 1,800
5-speed shiftable automatic 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475
Rear spoiler   0
Front sport buckets 0  
Navigation system 0 1,640
5-speed shiftable automatic 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   430
Rear spoiler   0
Options (change) 0 2,275
Options (change) 0 2,070
Destination 0 695
Gas Tax 0 1,000
Total Price $0 $52,870

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $45,655
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $41,834
Model Year20062006
ModelCayman3-Series
TrimSM3
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Engine295hp H6333hp I6
TransmissionT5M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/27 MPG16/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)230, 7?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18225/45-18
Total Price$0$52,870
Adjustments for Features0-7,215
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$0$45,655

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20062006
ModelCayman3-Series
TrimSM3
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Cruise control $150
Power flip-out rear side windows $125
Power front side windows $250
Power locks $275
Remote keyless entry $225
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
Antilock brakes (ABS) $400
Brake assist $50
Front side airbags $350
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Traction control $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat $40
Console with shifter $150
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Air conditioning $900
Automatic climate control, front $200
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear defrost $200
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150
Automatic headlights $125
Fog lights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Outside temperature display $50
Power mirrors $150
Tachometer $75
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver $10
Visor mirror, passenger $10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), front row $75
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$1,000$8,215
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$7,215
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,611

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20062006
ModelCayman3-Series
Body2dr Hatch2dr Coupe
Wheelbase95.1 in107.3 in
Length170.9 in176.7 in
Width70.9 in69.2 in
Height51.4 in53.9 in
Curb Weight3,053 lb.3,415 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.0 gal.16.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in36.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in52.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume14.5 ft39.5 ft3

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