2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 405 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 Carrera GT | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 92 L |