Lexus GS 2015 vs Chrysler 200 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 187 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 234 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 54 HP more power than Chrysler 200, whereas torque is 116 NM more than Chrysler 200. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 8.5 | |
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The Chrysler 200 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 200, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 90 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 890 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Ground clearance: | 130 mm (5.1 inches) | 147 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Chrysler 200 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 280'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Chrysler 200 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 12 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Jeep Cherokee, Jeep Renegade | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus GS might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Lexus GS engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.89 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.87 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.49 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS and Chrysler 200 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 453 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 12.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.9 metres less than that of the Chrysler 200, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`250 kg | 2`092 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`726 kg | 1`575 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 524 kg | 517 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 19 000 | 8600 | |
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