2007 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 120 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 BMW 120.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 120 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2642 mm |
