2004 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | G |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 96 L |
