2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Electric |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
