Mercedes C class 2018 vs Porsche Panamera 2016
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Mercedes C class is available with both manual and automatic gearboxes, whereas Porsche Panamera is available only with automatic gearbox. | |||
| Engines: | 1.5 - 4.0 (petrol, diesel) | 2.9 - 4.0 (petrol, diesel, hybrid) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol and diesel engines. Porsche Panamera is available also with hybrid engines. Hybrid engines offer superior fuel efficiency and reduced emissions compared to conventional engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 156 - 510 HP | 330 - 550 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 - 700 NM | 450 - 850 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 3.9 - 8.7 seconds | 3.4 - 5.7 seconds | |
| In general, Porsche Panamera are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes C class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 - 10.1 | 2.5 - 10.3 | |
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Mercedes C class petrol engines consumes on average 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than Porsche Panamera. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 88 - 101 mm (3.5 - 4 inches) | 128 - 138 mm (5 - 5.4 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Porsche Panamera can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 5.08 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.94 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.43 m | |
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Mercedes C class is smaller. Mercedes C class is 39 cm shorter than the Porsche Panamera, 12 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes C class is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 400 litres | 500 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Porsche Panamera has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 100 litres less trunk space than the Porsche Panamera. | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 11.9 meters | |
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`122 kg | ~ 2`627 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`580 kg | ~ 2`102 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 542 kg | ~ 525 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 21 400 | 53 400 | |
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