2007 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 501 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LS. (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 67 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 6208 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 877 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.6 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 | 1945 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |