2007 Lexus IS vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2007 Lexus IS and 2007 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 41 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | IS | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
