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Porsche Cayman vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $26,770

Kia Forte EX   
Difference: $37,495

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220182018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanForteForte
TrimBaseSS Black EditionEXSX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $51,900 $62,100 $67,500 $22,100 $23,800
Navigation system 3,430        
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0        
Sport Chrono Package 960 960 960    
Convenience Package 2,230 2,230      
Power Seat Package 1,550 1,550 1,550    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710      
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 615 125    
Heated front seats 525 525 525    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 800 800 800    
Voice control for nav and audio 595 595 595    
Infotainment Package   3,640      
Premium Tech Package       3,600 3,600
Floor mats       125 125
Cargo net       50 50
Universal garage door opener         350
Navigation system 0        
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0        
Sport Chrono Package 0 0 0    
Convenience Package 0 0      
Power Seat Package 0 0 0    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0      
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0    
Heated front seats 0 0 0    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 0 0 0    
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0    
Infotainment Package   0      
Premium Tech Package       3,236 3,236
Floor mats       102 102
Cargo net       42 42
Universal garage door opener         291
Options (change) 11,415 11,625 4,555 3,775 4,125
Options (change) 0 0 0 3,380 3,671
Destination 950 950 950 895 895
Total Price $64,265 $74,675 $73,005 $26,770 $28,820

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price: Kia Forte EX
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $40,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,743
Model Year20122012201220182018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanForteForte
TrimBaseSS Black EditionEXSX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine265hp H6320hp H6330hp H6164hp I4201hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6T6S7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9325, 11325, 11?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19215/45-17225/40-18
Total Price$64,265$74,675$73,005$26,770$28,820
Adjustments for Features0-250-250-2,705-2,980
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$64,265$74,425$72,755$24,065$25,840
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,160$8,490$0$1,775

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122012201220182018
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanForteForte
TrimBaseSS Black EditionEXSX
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100 
7-speed automated manual    $1200
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Proximity key   $250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25$25
Blind spot warning system   $200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100$100
Rearview camera   $200$200
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Vehicle health reports   $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75$75
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175  
Rear air vents   $100$100
Rear wiper   $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15  
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400  
Sunroof   $900$900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support   $100$100
App support   $0$0
Apple CarPlay support   $100$100
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
CD player$125$125$125  
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0  
HD radio   $50$50
Media drive$15$15$15  
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50  
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Surround sound $250$250  
Voice control for external devices   $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection   $25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Automatic headlights   $125$125
Chronometer$100$100$100  
Compass    $0
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100  
Headlight washers$50$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50$50
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  
Metal pedals$75$75$75 $75
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100
Total Value of Features$2,320$2,570$2,570$5,025$5,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$250$2,705$2,980
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3-3-2,551-2,791

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20122018
ModelCaymanForte
Body2dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Wheelbase95.1 in106.3 in
Length171.1 in171.3 in
Width70.9 in70.1 in
Height51.4 in57.1 in
Curb Weight2,977 lb.2,929 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.5 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.556.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Surround sound250No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15No
Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested85058%
Total Not Requested61542%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested45053%
Total Not Requested40047%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte EX

Premium Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Upgraded instruments0No
Rear air vents100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested277565%
Total Not Requested147535%

Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125No
Upgraded instruments0No
Rear air vents100No
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested267564%
Total Not Requested147536%

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