1995 Renault Safrane 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 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 580 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 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa. 1995 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Safrane | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
