2003 Lexus SC vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2003 Lexus SC and 2003 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus SC weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus SC 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 2003 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus SC | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | SC | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
