2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |