2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (321 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |