Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG (1996 – 1997) vs Lexus GS (1997 – 2000): specs compared
The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG is the more powerful of the two, with up to 347 hp against 294 hp. The Lexus GS is quicker, reaching 100 km/h in 5.7 s against 6.2 s. The Mercedes-Benz E-Klasse AMG is the lighter car, from 1,647 kg against 1,730 kg.
| Specification |
Mercedes-Benz
E-Klasse AMG
1996 – 1997
|
Lexus
GS
1997 – 2000
|
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Origin | Germany | Japan |
| Documented years | 1996 – 1997 | 1997 – 2000 |
| Body style | — | — |
| Variants | 1 | 2 |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Drive | RWD | RWD |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Performance | ||
| Power | 347 hp | 222 – 294 hp |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 298 – 420 Nm |
| 0–100 km/h | 6.2 s | 5.7 – 8.2 s |
| Top speed | 249 km/h | 230 – 249 km/h |
| Economy | ||
| Fuel economy | 11.6 L/100 km | 11.4 L/100 km |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,818 mm | 4,801 mm |
| Width | 1,798 mm | 1,801 mm |
| Height | 1,412 mm | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,832 mm | 2,799 mm |
| Curb weight | 1,647 kg | 1,730 kg |
Ranges cover all variants of each car. The highlight marks the best version per row.