2009 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Lexus GS and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 2009 Lexus GS. (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 690 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus GS. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5980 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |