2010 BMW X5 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 970 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.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2010 BMW X5 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. 2010 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | X5 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1765 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2642 mm |
