2007 Fiat Panda 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 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Panda | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2642 mm |