2005 Fiat Albea vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Albea. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Fiat Albea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Albea, 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, 2007 Lexus GS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Albea. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Albea. 2007 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Albea | 2007 Lexus GS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | Albea | GS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |