Mercedes E class 2002 vs Lexus GS 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.2 Petrol | 3.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 224 HP | 296 HP | |
| Torque: | 315 NM | 368 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 72 HP less power than Lexus GS, whereas torque is 53 NM less than Lexus GS. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.9 | 7.9 | |
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The Lexus GS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Lexus GS, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 300 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 900 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 145 mm (5.7 inches) | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mercedes E class 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 Mercedes E class version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from seven 4x4 versions of Mercedes E class 2002 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 16 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Chrysler Crossfire | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.43 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class and Lexus GS are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 280 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
540 litres | no data | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 260 litres more trunk space than the Lexus GS. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 1.4 metres more than that of the Lexus GS, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`170 | 2`355 | |
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| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 3000 | 5600 | |
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