2007 Kia Carens vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Carens would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 231 kg more than 2011 Seat Exeo.
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, 2007 Kia Carens (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Carens | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2642 mm |