2006 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 364 kg more than 2006 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus LX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LX | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1911 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 80 L |
