2008 Lexus LS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,608 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus LS. (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | LS | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |