2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Focus | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 9.2 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 | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2642 mm |