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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 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 833 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
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 | 3596 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 2175 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 |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
