2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 611 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 R (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | IS | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 5.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |