2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Imaj weights approximately 700 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Cadillac Imaj is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj 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, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2000 Cadillac Imaj has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Imaj will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Imaj | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Cadillac | Seat |
| Model | Imaj | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4228 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2330 mm |
