2011 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 255 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.
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 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2011 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Impala | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Impala | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2642 mm |
