2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 109 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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2010 Hyundai Sonata 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. 2010 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Sonata | Exeo |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2642 mm |