2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 566 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |
