2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 720 kg more than 2007 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | R | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 356 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |