Lexus GS 2015 vs Kia Cerato 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 192 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 91 HP more power than Kia Cerato, whereas torque is 158 NM more than Kia Cerato. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 2.6 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 7.4 | |
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The Kia Cerato is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 1.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Kia Cerato, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 255 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 670 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 870 km on highway | ||
| Lexus GS gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Kia Cerato) 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) | 150 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Kia Cerato 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. Note, however, that this Kia Cerato version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 14 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus NX | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Kia Sportage, Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Tucson, Hyundai i40, Kia Optima | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Kia Cerato might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.45 m | |
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Lexus GS is larger. Lexus GS is 24 cm longer than the Kia Cerato, 4 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 502 litres | |
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Kia Cerato has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Lexus GS has 44 litres less trunk space than the Kia Cerato. This could mean that the Lexus GS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.6 metres more than that of the Kia Cerato, which means Lexus GS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`250 | 1`720 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 23 400 | no data | |
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