2009 Acura CSX vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Acura CSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Acura CSX.
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 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura CSX. 2009 Acura CSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura CSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura CSX | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Acura | Seat |
| Model | CSX | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2642 mm |
