2007 Lexus GS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS 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 99 kg more than 2007 Lexus GS.
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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus GS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | C |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |