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Cayenne E-Hybrid vs Benz S-Class S 500

Porsche · Mercedes-Benz

1/4 Mile winner
Cayenne E-Hybrid
Beats the Benz S-Class S 500 by 0.12s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Cayenne E-Hybrid beats the Benz S-Class S 500 comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Cayenne E-Hybrid thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
455 hp
429 hp
0–100 km/h
4.8s
4.9s
Top speed
253 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L V6 + Electric Motor
V6
Fuel
Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
700 Nm
Price
$91,000
$109,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Cayenne E-Hybrid
Benz S-Class S 500
100 m
5.732s
5.783s
1/8 mile
8.478s
8.555s
1/4 mile
12.756s
12.875s
1 km
22.907s
23.132s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Cayenne E-Hybrid is $91,000 vs $109,000 for the Benz S-Class S 500 — a $18,000 gap. Power: Cayenne E-Hybrid makes 26 hp more (455 vs 429). 0–100 km/h: Cayenne E-Hybrid is 0.10s quicker (4.8s vs 4.9s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Cayenne E-Hybrid or the Benz S-Class S 500?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Cayenne E-Hybrid is faster, beating the Benz S-Class S 500 by 0.12 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Cayenne E-Hybrid vs the Benz S-Class S 500?

The Cayenne E-Hybrid hits 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, while the Benz S-Class S 500 does it in 4.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Cayenne E-Hybrid produces 455 hp; the Benz S-Class S 500 produces 429 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Cayenne E-Hybrid tops out at 253 km/h, and the Benz S-Class S 500 reaches 250 km/h.

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