1995 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda 626 weights approximately 311 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 Mazda 626 (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda 626 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 626 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
