2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2006 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (630 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
