2010 Porsche Panamera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2010 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 545 kg more than 2010 Porsche Panamera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Panamera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Porsche Panamera. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Panamera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Panamera | M |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2918 mm | 2915 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |