2004 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 615 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 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | M |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2915 mm |