1997 Nissan Trailrunner 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 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 306 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.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Trailrunner | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2330 mm |
