2000 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 365 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
Because 2001 Toyota FXS 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 2001 Toyota FXS. 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | FXS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
