1997 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 789 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Arosa | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Arosa | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
