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Lexus IS (2012) vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2012) Specs

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2012 Lexus IS and 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Specifications

Model Year 2012 2012  
Model Lexus IS Mercedes-Benz C-Class  
Engine 5.0L V8
DOHC-4v
416 hp@6600
371 lb-ft@5200
6.2L V8
DOHC-4v
451 hp@6800
443 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.5 in 108.7 in -1.2 in
Length 180.1 in 180.7 in -0.6 in
Width 70.9 in 69.7 in 1.2 in
Height 56.1 in 56.3 in -0.2 in
Curb Weight 3780 lb. 3924 lb. -144 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.2 gal. 17.4 gal. -0.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.2 in 37.1 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.4 in 54.7 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.1 in 52.3 in 1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.9 in 41.7 in 2.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 36.9 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.7 in 55.0 in -2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.7 in 54.9 in -1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.6 in 33.4 in -2.8 in
Total Legroom 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 75.1 in (over 2 rows) -0.6 in
Cargo Volume 13.0 ft3 12.4 ft3 0.6 ft3

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