2003 Lexus LX vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2003 Lexus LX and 2003 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 695 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus LX | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LX | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |