2007 Lexus IS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus IS would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
