2003 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (138 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Avensis | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Avensis | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1330 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2642 mm |
