2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mercedes-Benz C (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
