2004 Lexus LX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (288 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LX. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LX weights approximately 398 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (440 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LX. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus LX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LX | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2538 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 83 L |
