2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan vs. 2017 Porsche Panamera

Two Sedans with some similarities, but otherwise different in most aspects such as the starting price, horsepower, fuel economy, height, and maximum occupancy. First of all, there is a notable difference in the starting price of the 2017 Porsche Panamera, which is $11,600 less than the base MSRP of the 2017 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan. Also, the 2017 S-Class Sedan has bigger and thirstier engine; the 2017 Panamera gets 3.6 more mpg. In addition, the roofline of the S-Class Sedan is slightly higher than the Panamera's. And finally, there is a difference in the number of passengers; the Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan seats one more the Porsche Panamera. Among similarities are the body structure, market segment, and ground shadow size.