2007 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GS and 2007 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Superb. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Superb. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Skoda Superb. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Skoda Superb. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus GS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Skoda Superb. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Skoda Superb. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Skoda Superb has manual transmission. 2007 Skoda Superb will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GS | 2007 Skoda Superb | |
| Make | Lexus | Skoda |
| Model | GS | Superb |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
