2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Kia | Seat |
Model | Sportage | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2642 mm |