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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 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.
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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 | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |