2009 Seat Exeo vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 111 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Seat Exeo | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Exeo | Jetta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1289 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2651 mm |