2001 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz V would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 355 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz V.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercedes-Benz V | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | V | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |