2000 Lexus GS vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Seat Marbella, 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Marbella has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Marbella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lexus GS | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | GS | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2170 mm |
