2001 Audi A2 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Audi A2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Audi A2 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A2. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A2 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |
