2007 Lexus IS vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1700 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
