2009 Lexus IS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
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 CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 110 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 (503 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | CLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 89 L |
