2005 Lexus RX vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Lexus RX and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus RX (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (214 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus RX weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX (328 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus RX | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | RX | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 214 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1844 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 62 L |