2011 Seat Exeo vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Lexus IS would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Because 2000 Lexus IS 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 2000 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo. 2000 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2011 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2011 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Seat Exeo | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Seat | Lexus |
| Model | Exeo | IS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2680 mm |
