2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2000 Lotus Extreme and 2000 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Lotus Extreme. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1209 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 Lotus Extreme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lotus Extreme. (180 Nm). This means 2000 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lotus Extreme.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Lotus Extreme 2000 Seat Alhambra
Make Lotus Seat
Model Extreme Alhambra
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 700 cc 1780 cc
Horse Power 120 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 7800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 214 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 456 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2850 mm