2005 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2011 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Seat Exeo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. Both 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2011 Seat Exeo are equipped with a 1,968 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Exeo weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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, 2011 Seat Exeo (320 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (170 Nm). This means 2011 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2011 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Seat |
| Model | New Beetle | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2642 mm |
