2007 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, both 2007 Lexus GS and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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.
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2007 Lexus GS | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Lexus | Volkswagen |
Model | GS | Caddy |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |