2000 Seat Arosa vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Seat Arosa. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 196 kg more than 2000 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Arosa | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Arosa | Forester |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1485 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
