2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 590 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2740 mm |
