2007 Lexus LX vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Lexus LX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LX (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LX weights approximately 142 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LX 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 Lexus LX (445 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2007 Lexus LX has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus LX | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Lexus | Seat |
| Model | LX | Altea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 55 L |
