2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2004 Porsche GT2
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche GT2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche GT2 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche GT2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche GT2 (456 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche GT2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Porsche GT2.
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, 2004 Porsche GT2 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche GT2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2004 Porsche GT2 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | GT2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 456 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
