1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 620 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |