1999 Lexus LX vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Lexus LX. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Lexus LX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 LX (417 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus LX | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | LX | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
