1997 Buick Century vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 546 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Century | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
