2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 (370 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 66 L |
