2005 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | G | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 307 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2280 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 64 L |
