2009 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A4. 2009 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | A4 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2642 mm |
