2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus IS. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | CLK | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
