2009 Daihatsu Trevis vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 610 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Trevis | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Seat |
| Model | Trevis | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2642 mm |
