1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 Cabriolet. 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 Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Venturi | Seat |
| Model | Cabriolet | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2642 mm |
