2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |