2005 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Lexus GX and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GX. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GX weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2005 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GX 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GX. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus GX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GX | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 5438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
