2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Mondeo (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Mondeo | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |