2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Lexus RX
To start off, 2010 Lexus RX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Lexus RX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus RX weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus RX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus RX. (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | CLS | RX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 73 L |
