2012 Ford Flex vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Flex weights approximately 628 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.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo. 2012 Ford Flex 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. 2012 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Ford Flex | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Flex | Exeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2642 mm |