2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (397 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (601 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2071 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2874 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
