2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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 195 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | 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 | 221 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |