2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Porsche 996 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (315 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 451 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | 996 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |