2008 Lexus ES vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2008 Lexus ES and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Lexus ES.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lexus ES, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus ES. (344 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus ES | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ES | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
