2009 Seat Exeo vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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, 2009 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Exeo | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Seat | Seat |
Model | Exeo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2642 mm |