2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GS. (342 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GS.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GS. (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 Lexus GS | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
Model | CLK | GS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |