2005 Suzuki Ignis 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 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Seat |
Model | Ignis | Exeo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2642 mm |