2013 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2013 Lexus RX and 2013 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (298 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (266 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 285 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Lexus RX | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX | C |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 211 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
