2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | SLK | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 84 L |
