2001 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, both 2001 Lexus IS and 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2001 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
