2009 Audi S3 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi S3 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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2009 Audi S3 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Audi | Seat |
Model | S3 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1455 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |