2006 Lexus LX vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Lexus LX and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LX (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX.
Because 2006 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lexus LX | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LX | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4671 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |