2010 Seat Exeo vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo. 2005 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Exeo | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Exeo | S40 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2670 mm |