2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 259 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo. 2011 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Subaru Outback | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Outback | Exeo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2642 mm |