2005 Volvo XC70 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo XC70 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Volvo | Seat |
| Model | XC70 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2642 mm |
