Lexus IS 2009 vs Volkswagen Golf 2004
| Body: | Cabrio | Hatchback | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 208 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 252 NM | 200 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 9.5 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 58 HP more power than Volkswagen Golf, whereas torque is 52 NM more than Volkswagen Golf. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 | 8.1 | |
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The Volkswagen Golf is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volkswagen Golf, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 180 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 690 km in combined cycle | 670 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 910 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volkswagen Golf) 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 IS) 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus GS | Installed on at least 9 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi A3, Seat Altea, Seat Leon | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 engine: 2.0 FSI engine, part of the EA827 family, features a lightweight aluminum block with cast-iron liners and a unique timing system. A toothed belt drives the exhaust camshaft, while the intake camshaft is driven by a single-row chain, which also integrates with the variable valve timing mechanism. The timing regulator is ... More about Volkswagen Golf 2004 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.20 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.48 m | |
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Lexus IS is larger, but lower. Lexus IS is 44 cm longer than the Volkswagen Golf, 4 cm wider, while the height of Lexus IS is 7 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 165 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
420 litres | 1305 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.7 metres less than that of the Volkswagen Golf, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`075 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | high | |
| Average price (€): | 4600 | 1600 | |
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