2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Fiesta | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2642 mm |