2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 82 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |