2010 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Croma weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo. 2010 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Fiat Croma | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Croma | Exeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |