1995 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 10 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 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Seat Arosa. 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, 1995 Ford Escort (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
