2010 Seat Exeo vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 3 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Acura ILX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 53 kg more than 2013 Acura ILX.
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, 2013 Acura ILX (233 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Seat Exeo | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Seat | Acura |
| Model | Exeo | ILX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2670 mm |
