Lexus GS 2000 vs Mazda 626 1991
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 219 HP | 167 HP | |
| Torque: | 294 NM | 221 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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Lexus GS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus GS engine produces 52 HP more power than Mazda 626, whereas torque is 73 NM more than Mazda 626. Thanks to more power Lexus GS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.0 | 9.6 | |
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The Mazda 626 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus GS consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 626, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus GS could require 360 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 620 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 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 (Mazda 626) 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 10 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Lexus IS, Lexus RX, Lexus ES | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 9, Mazda MX-6 | |
| 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: | no | yes | |
| The Mazda 626 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: | 4.80 m | 4.70 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.75 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.39 m | |
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Lexus GS is larger. Lexus GS is 10 cm longer than the Mazda 626, 5 cm wider, while the height of Lexus GS is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 515 litres | 455 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 747 litres | |
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Lexus GS has more luggage capacity. Lexus GS has 60 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 626. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 9.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus GS is 1.4 metres more than that of the Mazda 626, which means Lexus GS can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`120 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 3600 | 600 | |
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