2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 65 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | Panamera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 283 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
