1995 Ford Escort vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 184 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
