Lexus GS 2015 vs Skoda Superb 2015
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 241 HP | 220 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 350 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 7 seconds | |
| Lexus GS engine produces 21 HP more power than Skoda Superb, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite the higher power, Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 6.1 | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Skoda Superb, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 450 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 66 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 720 km in combined cycle | 1080 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 1200 km on highway | ||
| Skoda Superb gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| 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 (Skoda Superb) 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) | 149 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Skoda Superb 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 Skoda Superb version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from four 4x4 versions of Skoda Superb 2015 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.86 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Lexus GS is 2 cm longer than the Skoda Superb, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus GS is 1 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 458 litres | 625 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, 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 | 11.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.1 metres more than that of the Skoda Superb. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`250 kg | 2`050 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`726 kg | 1`430 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 524 kg | 620 kg | |
| Lexus GS load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 18 procentiem less than Skoda Superb. Therefore, Skoda Superb is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 21 200 | 17 400 | |
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