2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |