2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | B |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
