1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi 400 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Venturi | Seat |
Model | 400 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2642 mm |