2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz 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 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 549 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Matiz | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2642 mm |
