2008 Lexus LS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Lexus LS. (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus LS.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4969 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 389 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 90 L |