2004 MG TF vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MG TF would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG TF (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG TF should accelerate faster than 2011 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 MG TF.
Because 2004 MG TF 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 2004 MG TF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG TF | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | MG | Seat |
| Model | TF | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2642 mm |
