2004 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Lexus GS. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Lexus GS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 300 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 801 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |