2007 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 247 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Rio | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Rio | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2642 mm |