2006 Lexus LS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (600 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LS. (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1711 kg |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 66 L |