2007 Lexus GX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus GX would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2007 Lexus GX. (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus GX. (439 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
