1993 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (641 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 477 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 641 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |