2006 Hyundai XG 350 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 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. (292 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai XG 350. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai XG 350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai XG 350 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Seat |
| Model | XG 350 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
