Lexus GS 2006 vs Volvo S80 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.5 Petrol | 3.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 296 HP | 238 HP | |
| Torque: | 368 NM | 320 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 7.9 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 58 HP more power than Volvo S80, whereas torque is 48 NM more than Volvo S80. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.9 | 10.0 | |
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The Lexus GS is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 2.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S80, which means that by driving the Lexus GS over 15,000 km in a year you can save 315 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 820 km in combined cycle | 700 km in combined cycle | |
| 900 km on highway | 970 km on highway | ||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Volvo S80) 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) | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from six 4x4 versions of Volvo S80 2006 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 4 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Volvo V70, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.85 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.49 m | |
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Lexus GS is smaller. Lexus GS is 3 cm shorter than the Volvo S80, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus GS is 6 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 280 litres | 480 litres | |
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Volvo S80 has more luggage space. Lexus GS has 200 litres less trunk space than the Volvo S80. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 1 metres less than that of the Volvo S80, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`355 | 2`150 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 5200 | 4200 | |
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