2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | Vaneo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
