2000 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | V | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2360 mm |
