2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 656 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sorento | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2642 mm |