2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 507 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carrera GT | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1443 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |