2002 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (500 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | C |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 500 Nm |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |