2005 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lexus SC | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SC | CLC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |