Lexus GS 2015 vs Ford Mondeo 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 178 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 249 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Lexus GS engine produces 63 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, whereas torque is 101 NM more than Ford Mondeo. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 8.1 | |
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The Ford Mondeo is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Mondeo, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 150 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 980 km on highway | ||
| Ford Mondeo gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Ford Mondeo) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus GS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 128 mm (5 inches) | |
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS and Ford Mondeo are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 429 litres | |
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Lexus GS has more luggage capacity. Lexus GS has 29 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.4 metres less than that of the Ford Mondeo, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`250 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 23 400 | 11 400 | |
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