2011 Jeep Patriot vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot is newer by 2 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), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 51 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, 2011 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Patriot | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Jeep | Seat |
| Model | Patriot | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1697 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2642 mm |
