2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 CL (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2011 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | CL | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
