2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (326 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
