2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 325 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2642 mm |
