2011 Honda CR-Z vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda CR-Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda CR-Z | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | CR-Z | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4079 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2436 mm | 2642 mm |
