2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 335 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2642 mm |
