1995 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 265 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
