2013 Lexus RX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2013 Lexus RX and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP) has 132 more horse power than 2013 Lexus RX. (291 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2013 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 CL (700 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (317 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 CL | |
| Make | Lexus | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | RX | CL |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 211 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 423 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
