2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (469 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (315 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1111 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 G (700 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2536 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
