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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $68,875

Porsche Cayman   
Difference: $29,500

Lowest Total Invoice: $59,763

Porsche Cayman   
Difference: $31,788

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220082008
ModelM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $94,990 $49,400 $59,100
Base Invoice $88,341 $43,075 $51,567
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 590 1,360 1,360
Synthetic suede headliner 1,920 1,180 1,180
Sport Chrono Package   920 920
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,990 1,990
Power Seat Package   1,550 1,550
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   690 690
Xenon HID headlights   1,090 1,090
Metallic paint (extra cost)   690 690
Floor mats   115 115
Heated front seats   480 480
Obstacle detection, rear   530 530
Automatic climate control, front   550 550
Illuminated door sill trim plates   725 725
Wood trim   890 890
Navigation system   3,110 3,110
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   2,095 2,095
CD changer, remote   650 650
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 549 1,156 1,156
Synthetic suede headliner 1,786 1,003 1,003
Sport Chrono Package   782 782
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,692 1,692
Power Seat Package   1,318 1,318
Auto-dimming rearview mirror   587 587
Xenon HID headlights   927 927
Metallic paint (extra cost)   587 587
Floor mats   98 98
Heated front seats   408 408
Obstacle detection, rear   451 451
Automatic climate control, front   468 468
Illuminated door sill trim plates   616 616
Wood trim   757 757
Navigation system   2,644 2,644
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   1,781 1,781
CD changer, remote   553 553
Options (change) 2,510 18,615 18,615
Options (change) 2,335 15,828 15,828
Destination 875 860 860
Total Price $98,375 $68,875 $78,575
Total Invoice $91,551 $59,763 $68,255

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Cayman
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,470
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,662
Model Year201220082008
ModelM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine518hp V8245hp H6295hp H6
TransmissionT7M5M6
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 1450, 4230, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/45-20205/55-17235/40-18
Total Price$98,375$68,875$78,575
Adjustments for Features-13,0300-150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$85,345$68,875$78,425
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$9,550
Total Invoice$91,551$59,763$68,255
Adjustments for Features-12,1260-130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$79,425$59,763$68,125
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,362

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year201220082008
ModelM-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimML63 AMGBaseS
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200  
5-speed manual $0 
6-speed manual  $150
AWD$1700  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Power liftgate$350  
Power rear side windows$200  
Proximity key$250  
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Semi-automated parking system$500  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Blind spot warning system$200  
Brake assist$50  
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150  
Hill descent control$250  
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Lane departure warning$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150  
Rear side airbags$300  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Side curtain airbags$350  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Trailer sway control$25  
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250  
Cargo area partition net$40  
Cargo cover$75  
Cargo net $40$40
Console with shifter $150$150
Console without shifter$150  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100  
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250  
Rear wiper$175  
Residual heat$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass $15$15
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear bumper protector$40  
Rear spoiler$200  
Retractable rear spoiler $400$400
Sunroof$900  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD changer, remote $200$200
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player$0  
HD radio$50  
Media drive$15  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Satellite radio$200  
SD Card slot$25  
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  
Traffic information$25  
USB port$25  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75
Automatic headlights$125  
Compass$0  
Fog lights $125$125
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Folding second row seats$300  
Memory system, passenger seat$150  
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars$500  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100  
Total Value of Features$14,110$1,080$1,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$13,030$0$150
Value of Feature Adjustments-12,1260-130

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Porsche Cayman

Model Year20122008
ModelM-ClassCayman
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase114.8 in95.1 in
Length189.1 in170.9 in
Width75.2 in70.9 in
Height70.7 in51.4 in
Curb Weight4,752 lb.2,966 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
36.2 ft314.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
71.0 ft314.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested32581%
Total Not Requested7519%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested32581%
Total Not Requested7519%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%

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