2010 Seat Exeo vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2012 Hyundai i20 has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai i20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Exeo | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Exeo | i20 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2525 mm |