2003 Subaru R2 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru R2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru R2 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Subaru R2. (52 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru R2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Subaru R2. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru R2. (63 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru R2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru R2 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Subaru | Seat |
| Model | R2 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2642 mm |
