2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Ford Explorer is newer by 1 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Explorer (290 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo.
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 Ford Explorer (345 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo. 2011 Ford Explorer 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. 2011 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Explorer | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Explorer | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5006 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2004 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1788 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2642 mm |
