2009 Lexus LS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 565 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LS | GL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 100 L |
