2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (597 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | R | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 597 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |