2005 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 428 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Charger | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2642 mm |