2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2012 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 93 kg more than 2012 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lexus |
| Model | E | IS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
