2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | Panamera |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |