2008 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 3 | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 3 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2642 mm |
