Lexus GS 2006 vs Mercedes E class 2005
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Double-row timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 296 HP | 272 HP | |
| Torque: | 368 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 24 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 18 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 | 9.7 | |
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The Lexus GS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that by driving the Lexus GS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 820 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 1110 km on highway | ||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 145 mm (5.7 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 2005 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase | |
| 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: | 1.43 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS and Mercedes E class are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 540 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Lexus GS has 260 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 1.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`355 | 2`205 | |
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| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 2600 | |
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