2002 Infiniti I vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 115 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, 2002 Infiniti I (333 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti I | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | I | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
