2007 Toyota Avensis vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 95 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Avensis | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Avensis | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2642 mm |
