2000 Lexus GS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2000 Lexus GS. (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 530 kg more than 2000 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus GS. (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lexus GS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |