2011 Renault Symbol 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 Renault Symbol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Symbol would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Symbol | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Symbol | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2642 mm |
