2000 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V70 weights approximately 80 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volvo V70 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | V70 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2520 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
