2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 389 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 SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (252 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | IS | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |