2001 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
