1998 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz A would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 165 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | A | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
