2003 Lexus SC vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Lexus SC. (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus SC. (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Lexus SC | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | CL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |