2011 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2011 Porsche 911 and 2011 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Porsche 911 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Porsche Mercedes-Benz
Model 911 E
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3800 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 530 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 699 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 2100 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1660 kg 1642 kg
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 67 L 66 L


 

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