2005 Ford Ka vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Ford Ka. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ka | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Ka | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2642 mm |