2007 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | 4Runner | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2642 mm |
