2007 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Palio II 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 404 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Palio II | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 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 | 996 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2642 mm |