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Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $69,835 Porsche Cayman | |||
| Difference: $76,260 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $60,579 Porsche Cayman | |||
| Difference: $75,532 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | Cayman | SL |
| Trim | Base | S | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $49,400 | $59,100 | $140,440 |
| Base Invoice | $43,075 | $51,567 | $130,609 |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 3,055 | 3,055 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 690 | 690 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,990 | 1,990 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | 890 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 3,110 | 3,110 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,735 | 1,735 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 550 | 550 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 990 | 990 | |
| Floor mats | 115 | 115 | |
| Heated front seats | 480 | 480 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 530 | 1,180 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 725 | 725 | 1,000 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 1,105 | 1,105 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,180 | 1,180 | |
| CD changer, remote | 650 | 650 | |
| Adaptive Sports Seats | 2,597 | 2,597 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 587 | 587 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 927 | 927 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,692 | 1,692 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 587 | 587 | |
| Wood trim | 757 | 757 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 2,644 | 2,644 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,475 | 1,475 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 468 | 468 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 842 | 842 | |
| Floor mats | 98 | 98 | |
| Heated front seats | 408 | 408 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 451 | 451 | 1,097 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 616 | 616 | 930 |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | 939 | 939 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,003 | 1,003 | |
| CD changer, remote | 553 | 553 | |
| Options (change) | 19,575 | 19,575 | 2,180 |
| Options (change) | 16,644 | 16,644 | 2,027 |
| Destination | 860 | 860 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $69,835 | $79,535 | $146,095 |
| Total Invoice | $60,579 | $69,071 | $136,111 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Cayman | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $60,410 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $60,765 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | Cayman | SL |
| Trim | Base | S | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 245hp H6 | 295hp H6 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | M5 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 50, 4 | 230, 7 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-17 | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $69,835 | $79,535 | $146,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -150 | -15,850 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,835 | $79,385 | $130,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,550 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $60,579 | $69,071 | $136,111 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -130 | -14,767 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,579 | $68,941 | $121,344 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,362 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | Cayman | SL |
| Trim | Base | S | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | ||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,805 | $1,955 | $17,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $150 | $15,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -130 | -14,767 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Cayman | SL |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 170.9 in | 180.4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 51.4 in | 51.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,966 lb. | 4,221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 42.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.5 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.5 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S
| Adaptive Sports Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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