2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 54 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
Model | Golf | Exeo |
Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1346 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2642 mm |