2008 Opel Meriva 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 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Meriva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Opel Meriva.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Meriva | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2642 mm |
