2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Lexus GX
To start off, 2011 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GX weights approximately 706 kg more than 2008 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GX 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, 2011 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Alhambra. 2011 Lexus GX has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus GX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Seat | Lexus |
| Model | Alhambra | GX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
