2012 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Mercedes-Benz R | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | R | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1688 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |