Lexus IS 2016 vs Mercedes C class 2011
| Comparing electrical vehicle (EV) with combustion engine (ICE) one is a complex task, but we are doing our best. | |||
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Hybrid | 2.1 Diesel | |
| Hybrid engines (Lexus IS) excel in urban environments with superior fuel efficiency and lower emissions during stop-and-go driving. Diesel engines (Mercedes C class), however, are more fuel-efficient on long highway trips and provide greater torque for towing and heavy loads. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 223 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 221 NM | 360 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 87 HP more power than Mercedes C class, but torque is 139 NM less than Mercedes C class. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Consumption: | 4.3 l/100km | 5.3 l/100km | |
| Fuel cost per 100km: | no data | 10.80 € | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1530 km in combined cycle | 1110 km in combined cycle | |
| 1530 km on highway | 1370 km on highway | ||
| Lexus IS gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 390'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 14 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes C class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes C klase 2011 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes C klase 2011 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.68 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
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Lexus IS is larger, but slightly lower. Lexus IS is 9 cm longer than the Mercedes C class, 4 cm wider, while the height of Lexus IS is 2 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 306 litres | 475 litres | |
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Mercedes C class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Lexus IS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes C class, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`130 kg | 2`105 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`605 kg | 1`590 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 525 kg | 515 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 12 600 | 14 000 | |
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