2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 145 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Wrangler | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2642 mm |
