2003 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus LX would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 470 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2003 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus LX. (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus LX | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LX | CLS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 701 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
