2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz C and 2007 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 605 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | C | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
