2000 Fiat Seicento vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Seicento. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Seicento. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Seicento has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Seicento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Seicento | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Seicento | LS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 84 L |
