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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (100 HP @ 4200 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 65 kg more than 2008 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (236 Nm @ 1500 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 | 2148 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
