1999 Lexus GS vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 1999 Lexus GS and 1999 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1999 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 1999 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra, 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, 1999 Lexus GS (298 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1999 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus GS | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | GS | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
