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

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

Lowest Total Price: $68,375

Porsche Cayman   
Difference: $79,700

Lowest Total Invoice: $59,338

Porsche Cayman   
Difference: $78,643

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820082008
ModelS-ClassS-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimS600S65 AMGBaseS
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $144,200 $194,000 $49,400 $59,100
Base Invoice $134,106 $180,420 $43,075 $51,567
Adaptive Sports Seats     3,055 3,055
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
Wood trim     890 890
Navigation system     3,110 3,110
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     1,360 1,360
Adaptive dampers - electrical     1,990 1,990
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     1,735 1,735
Synthetic suede headliner     1,180 1,180
CD changer, remote     650 650
Adaptive Sports Seats     2,597 2,597
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
Wood trim     757 757
Navigation system     2,644 2,644
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     1,156 1,156
Adaptive dampers - electrical     1,692 1,692
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     1,475 1,475
Synthetic suede headliner     1,003 1,003
CD changer, remote     553 553
Options (change) 0 0 18,115 18,115
Options (change) 0 0 15,403 15,403
Destination 875 875 860 860
Gas Tax 3,000 3,000 0 0
Total Price $148,075 $197,875 $68,375 $78,075
Total Invoice $137,981 $184,295 $59,338 $67,830

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Porsche Cayman
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $63,075
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $63,151
Model Year2008200820082008
ModelS-ClassS-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimS600S65 AMGBaseS
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine510hp V12604hp V12245hp H6295hp H6
TransmissionT5T5M5M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14600, 1450, 4230, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-18255/35-20205/55-17235/40-18
Total Price$148,075$197,875$68,375$78,075
Adjustments for Features-16,625-16,5500-150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$131,450$181,325$68,375$77,925
Cost Above Minimum$0$49,875$0$9,550
Total Invoice$137,981$184,295$59,338$67,830
Adjustments for Features-15,492-15,4140-130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$122,489$168,881$59,338$67,700
Cost Above Minimum$0$46,392$0$8,362

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

Model Year2008200820082008
ModelS-ClassS-ClassCaymanCayman
TrimS600S65 AMGBaseS
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000$1000  
5-speed manual  $0 
6-speed manual   $150
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850  
Cruise control  $150$150
Heated steering wheel$100   
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250  
Power door closers$300$300  
Power rear side windows$200$200  
Power trunk closer$350$350  
Proximity key$250$250  
Remote window/roof operation$15$15  
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225  
Sunshades, second row, power$225$225  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200  
Blind spot warning system$200$200  
Brake assist$50$50  
Forward collision warning$200$200  
Night vision$1750$1750  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0  
Rear side airbags$300$300  
Rearview camera$200$200  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Side curtain airbags$350$350  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50  
Console with shifter  $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100  
Dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250  
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Residual heat$50$50  
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration  $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit $0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25
Laminated front side windows$200$200  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200  
Retractable rear spoiler  $400$400
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
CD changer, remote  $200$200
CD player  $125$125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0  
MP3-compatible player$50$50  
Satellite radio$200$200  
SD Card slot$25$25  
Surround sound$250$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Chronometer$100$100  
Cornering lights$50$50  
Digital instruments$0$0  
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100$100  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300  
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50  
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300  
Cooled or ventilated second row seats$200$200  
Heated second row seats$200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150  
Massage, driver seat$100$100  
Massage, passenger seat$100$100  
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150  
Memory system, second row seats$150$150  
Metal pedals  $75$75
No leather in second row  $-300$-300
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats$75$75  
Power recliner, second row seats$150$150  
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25$25  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats$150$150  
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000$4000  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100  
Total Value of Features$18,840$18,765$2,215$2,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$16,625$16,550$0$150
Value of Feature Adjustments-15,492-15,4140-130

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

Model Year20082008
ModelS-ClassCayman
Body4dr Sedan, ext.2dr Hatch
Wheelbase124.6 in95.1 in
Length205.0 in170.9 in
Width73.7 in70.9 in
Height58.0 in51.4 in
Curb Weight4,466 lb.2,966 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.17.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume16.3 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%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
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 Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

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%
Adaptive Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
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 Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

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