2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 600 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2642 mm |