2012 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 478 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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, 2011 Seat Exeo (280 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Captiva | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4673 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1756 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2707 mm | 2642 mm |
