Cayenne E-Hybrid vs Benz S-Class S 500
Porsche · Mercedes-Benz
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
Simulated race times
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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