2006 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz S and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (376 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | S | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 89 L |
