2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lexus RX. (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3456 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 96 L |
