2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
