2004 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2004 Mercedes-Benz C and 2004 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,989 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (476 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (149 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (640 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 476 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 89 L |
