1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 75 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | 3000GT | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2642 mm |
