2007 Lexus RX vs. 2007 Seat Altea

To start off, both 2007 Lexus RX and 2007 Seat Altea were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Seat Altea. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX 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 RX (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Altea. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Altea. 2007 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Lexus RX 2007 Seat Altea
Make Lexus Seat
Model RX Altea
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3455 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 272 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 201 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 5.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 55 L


 

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