2009 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 125 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | IS | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
