2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman is newer by 11 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 150 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz C. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | Cayman |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2416 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |