1999 Volkswagen Bora vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 76 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Seat Exeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Bora | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | Bora | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2324 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2642 mm |
