2005 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus GS would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
