2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |