2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 660 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayman. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5784 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
