Mercedes ML 63 AMG vs. Cayenne turbo S
#16
09-02-2006 | 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by Vladcanada
I test drove one and let me tell you pictures dont do justice not even close in person it just soooooooo hot! And the power is crazy for an SUV ( and its coming from me who had 05 E55 before) Handles well but i didnt had enough time in it to test it "right" overall im SOLD and getting one!
My mind is still with cayenne...
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09-04-2006 | 05:42 AM
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Originally Posted by Cognac
My mind is still with cayenne...
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09-04-2006 | 06:55 AM
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you have the point mr. arling.
however, when i sit in the car i look for more of function (like pasm, power kit(TT
) ...in cayenne) than idrive or whatever...
comfort is nice but wouldn't mind to trade something with better performance.
my option was limited...gotta do grocery shop 3 times a week
other brands offer good performance with comfort but when it comes down to finishing touch....IMO, nobody can't beat porsche.
well, i hope you find something you can enjoy for 3months?
hope it last more....
however, when i sit in the car i look for more of function (like pasm, power kit(TT
) ...in cayenne) than idrive or whatever...comfort is nice but wouldn't mind to trade something with better performance.
my option was limited...gotta do grocery shop 3 times a week
other brands offer good performance with comfort but when it comes down to finishing touch....IMO, nobody can't beat porsche.
well, i hope you find something you can enjoy for 3months?
hope it last more....
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09-09-2006 | 12:20 AM
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Today I ripped a 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds in my Cayenne Turbo S, so I wouldnt say the ML63 is faster based on one review. I used my Driftbox which is from the same company that makes the Vbox and it's just as accurate. It uses the same GPS technology as the Vbox.
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...-driftbox.html
When making this run I have PSM off, suspension set to sport and lowered 1 setting, A/C completely off, windows closed. Weather was 85 degrees, mild humidity. Run was done on a desterted flat level black top surface.
Car has 2600 miles on it. (it really has come alive since it was brand new, which is probably why some mags might not get as good of acceleration results). Car had very little gas in it, maybe 2-3 gallons.
Launch was done by power braking up to 2900 RPMs and letting her rip. I got slight rear wheel chirp as the front wheels gripped and the car just flew off the line.
I love this car!!
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...-driftbox.html
When making this run I have PSM off, suspension set to sport and lowered 1 setting, A/C completely off, windows closed. Weather was 85 degrees, mild humidity. Run was done on a desterted flat level black top surface.
Car has 2600 miles on it. (it really has come alive since it was brand new, which is probably why some mags might not get as good of acceleration results). Car had very little gas in it, maybe 2-3 gallons.
Launch was done by power braking up to 2900 RPMs and letting her rip. I got slight rear wheel chirp as the front wheels gripped and the car just flew off the line.
I love this car!!
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09-09-2006 | 09:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Cognac
Are you sure you were driving Cayenne Turbo S?
impressed with result.
considering GIAC flash? I bet you will be knocked out with your own result!
impressed with result.
considering GIAC flash? I bet you will be knocked out with your own result!
I didnt realize there was a GIAC flash for the Turbo S.
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09-09-2006 | 11:14 AM
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Originally Posted by acicchelli
Today I ripped a 0-60 mph in 4.6 seconds in my Cayenne Turbo S, so I wouldnt say the ML63 is faster based on one review. I used my Driftbox which is from the same company that makes the Vbox and it's just as accurate. It uses the same GPS technology as the Vbox.
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...-driftbox.html
When making this run I have PSM off, suspension set to sport and lowered 1 setting, A/C completely off, windows closed. Weather was 85 degrees, mild humidity. Run was done on a desterted flat level black top surface.
Car has 2600 miles on it. (it really has come alive since it was brand new, which is probably why some mags might not get as good of acceleration results). Car had very little gas in it, maybe 2-3 gallons.
Launch was done by power braking up to 2900 RPMs and letting her rip. I got slight rear wheel chirp as the front wheels gripped and the car just flew off the line.
I love this car!!
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...-driftbox.html
When making this run I have PSM off, suspension set to sport and lowered 1 setting, A/C completely off, windows closed. Weather was 85 degrees, mild humidity. Run was done on a desterted flat level black top surface.
Car has 2600 miles on it. (it really has come alive since it was brand new, which is probably why some mags might not get as good of acceleration results). Car had very little gas in it, maybe 2-3 gallons.
Launch was done by power braking up to 2900 RPMs and letting her rip. I got slight rear wheel chirp as the front wheels gripped and the car just flew off the line.
I love this car!!
4.6 secs is really exceptional...so the Cayenne hits again...yeaaaaaah
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09-10-2006 | 12:48 AM
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Originally Posted by Vladcanada
I wouldnt trust those driftboxes at all, but i would love to see your dragstrip times!
I think Car and Driver summed it up well and I think I will take their findings as well as my own over yours: (oh wait you dont have any!)
"To ensure that the data from the DriftBox were accurate, we checked them against our $9999 Racelogic VBOX equipment that we regularly use when testing cars. Long ago we confirmed the VBOX’s accuracy before we trusted it as the measure of our performance tests. The DriftBox is built with the same technology. Over several weeks of testing new cars, we attached the DriftBox adjacent to the VBOX. Without exception, the DriftBox read dead-on with the VBOX. However, since the DriftBox lacks a brake switch — used to measure braking performance — and the VBOX software is more suited to our uses, we’ll continue to rely on the VBOX."
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09-11-2006 | 01:50 AM
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Originally Posted by acicchelli
No dragstrips around here. Just because you dont trust the driftbox times doesnt make them any less accurate. I knew when I posted at least one skeptic would make a negative comment.
I think Car and Driver summed it up well and I think I will take their findings as well as my own over yours: (oh wait you dont have any!)
"To ensure that the data from the DriftBox were accurate, we checked them against our $9999 Racelogic VBOX equipment that we regularly use when testing cars. Long ago we confirmed the VBOX’s accuracy before we trusted it as the measure of our performance tests. The DriftBox is built with the same technology. Over several weeks of testing new cars, we attached the DriftBox adjacent to the VBOX. Without exception, the DriftBox read dead-on with the VBOX. However, since the DriftBox lacks a brake switch — used to measure braking performance — and the VBOX software is more suited to our uses, we’ll continue to rely on the VBOX."
I think Car and Driver summed it up well and I think I will take their findings as well as my own over yours: (oh wait you dont have any!)
"To ensure that the data from the DriftBox were accurate, we checked them against our $9999 Racelogic VBOX equipment that we regularly use when testing cars. Long ago we confirmed the VBOX’s accuracy before we trusted it as the measure of our performance tests. The DriftBox is built with the same technology. Over several weeks of testing new cars, we attached the DriftBox adjacent to the VBOX. Without exception, the DriftBox read dead-on with the VBOX. However, since the DriftBox lacks a brake switch — used to measure braking performance — and the VBOX software is more suited to our uses, we’ll continue to rely on the VBOX."