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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 465 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
