2001 Lexus SC vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2001 Lexus SC. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus SC. (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus SC | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SC | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
