2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C and 2009 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | C | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 3387 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |