2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 208 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Subaru | Seat |
Model | Impreza | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2642 mm |