2006 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | R | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |
