2009 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,454 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
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 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | IS | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |