2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (477 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (641 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | E |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 477 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 641 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
