2010 Toyota Avalon vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 219 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo. 2010 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Avalon | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Toyota | Seat |
| Model | Avalon | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 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 | 1619 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2642 mm |
