2000 Lexus GS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 78 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1642 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
