2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 142 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | E | IS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
