1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |
