1998 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2000 Seat Arosa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Seat Arosa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 171 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 2000 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Focus | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1289 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
