2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Suzuki Jimny | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Seat |
Model | Jimny | Exeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2642 mm |