2009 Seat Exeo vs. 2013 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Azera is newer by 4 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Azera (289 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2013 Hyundai Azera (346 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2013 Hyundai Azera 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. 2013 Hyundai Azera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Seat Exeo | 2013 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | Seat | Hyundai |
Model | Exeo | Azera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 289 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2845 mm |