2009 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 911 | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2874 mm |