2007 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | R | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
