2007 Lexus GX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GX and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GX. (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GX | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
