Lexus GS 2000 vs Skoda Superb 2002
Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 1.9 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
Power: | 219 HP | 101 HP | |
Torque: | 294 NM | 250 NM | |
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds | |
Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 118 HP more power than Skoda Superb, whereas torque is 44 NM more than Skoda Superb. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 | 5.5 | |
The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 6.5 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 975 litres more fuel. | |||
Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 62 litres | |
Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 1120 km in combined cycle | |
850 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
Skoda Superb gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
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. | |||
Dimensions | |||
Length: | 4.80 m | 4.80 m | |
Width: | 1.80 m | 1.76 m | |
Height: | 1.44 m | 1.47 m | |
Lexus GS and Skoda Superb are practically the same length. | |||
Trunk capacity: | 515 litres | no data | |
Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 11.8 meters | |
The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 0.8 metres less than that of the Skoda Superb, which means Lexus GS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
Gross weight (kg): | 2`120 | 1`600 | |
Safety: | no data | ||
Quality: | no data | average | |
Average price (€): | 3800 | 1800 | |
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