2009 Seat Exeo vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2009 Seat Exeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2007 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Exeo | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Exeo | A3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2580 mm |
