2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Porsche Cayenne were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | E | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 100 L |
