2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 E500 (460 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E500 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
