2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carrera GT | C |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 602 Nm | 245 Nm |
Top Speed | 329 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |