2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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, 2006 Skoda Octavia (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Skoda Octavia | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Skoda | Seat |
Model | Octavia | Exeo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 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 | 1365 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |