2010 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Astra. (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Opel Astra | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Astra | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2642 mm |
