2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Porsche 911. (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 293 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
