2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | E | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |