2012 Seat Exeo vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (245 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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2012 Seat Exeo | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Exeo | C |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2760 mm |