Lexus RC 2015 vs Mercedes E class 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 245 HP | 299 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Lexus RC engine produces 54 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Lexus RC reaches 100 km/h speed 1.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 135 mm (5.3 inches) | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Lexus RC can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Lexus RC version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from two 4x4 versions of Lexus RC 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes E class engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus GS, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes CLS, Mercedes GLC | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus RC might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.70 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.43 m | |
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Lexus RC is smaller. Lexus RC is 15 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus RC is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 423 litres | 425 litres | |
| Lexus RC has 2 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`170 | 2`250 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 23 000 | 25 400 | |
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