2004 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Lexus GS. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 300 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus GS. (417 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
