2012 Seat Ibiza vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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 Seat Ibiza (330 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Seat Ibiza | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Ibiza | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |
