2008 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 650 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 2008 BMW 650. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | BMW | Seat |
Model | 650 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2642 mm |