2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Aveo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 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 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Aveo | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Aveo | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2642 mm |
