2008 Lexus GS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Lexus GS and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus GS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 475 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |