2007 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2007 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota RAV4 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | RAV4 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2642 mm |
