2007 Lexus LX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2007 Lexus LX and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Lexus LX. (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 307 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus LX. (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lexus LX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LX | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4670 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |