2011 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
In comparing the 2011 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2011 Porsche Cayenne's and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 Porsche Cayenne’s base engine makes 380 horsepower, and the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class base engine makes 335 horsepower. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 538 miles. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 571 miles. This gives the 2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2011 Porsche Cayenne. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7450 - 20995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.515462
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.991794 / 10
Reliability:
7.683588 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Cayenne Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 26Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 28Ranking
3 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
4 out of / 26Ranking
4 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 28Ranking
6 out of / 26Ranking
6 out of / 18Ranking
7 out of / 28Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
7 out of / 8Ranking
8 out of / 28Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
9 out of / 28Ranking
9 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 14Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
13 out of / 18Ranking
16 out of / 26Ranking
17 out of / 28Ranking
17 out of / 20Ranking
17 out of / 18Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Hybrid
2011 Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
S Hybrid
2011 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 450 Hybrid
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
380 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
428 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.077 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
381 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 538 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 24 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
476 / 571 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
40.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
147.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4938 lbs
Width:
76.3 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
190.8 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5227 lbs
Width:
83.7 inches
Height:
71.5 inches
Length:
188.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available