2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche Panamera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Panamera would be higher. At 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Panamera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 30 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Panamera. (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Panamera. 2012 Porsche Panamera has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche Panamera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Panamera | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Panamera | C |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
