2000 Lexus LX vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus LX weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2000 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lexus LX. (435 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus LX | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LX | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |
