2008 Hyundai Getz vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Getz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Getz would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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2008 Hyundai Getz | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Getz | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1187 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2642 mm |