2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 125 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |