2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 111 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 (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Mondeo | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Mondeo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |