2011 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti EX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 321 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti EX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti EX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2011 Infiniti EX 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 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti EX | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Seat |
| Model | EX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| 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 | 297 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1803 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1572 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2799 mm | 2642 mm |
