2010 Lexus GX vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Lexus GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Lexus GX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2010 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 516 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2010 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lexus GX | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GX | CLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1885 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
