2010 Seat Exeo vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Seat Exeo | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Exeo | GTI |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1772 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1469 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2642 mm | 2578 mm |