2000 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 12 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 1,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Arosa (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Arosa weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva 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, 2012 Lada Niva (128 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm). This means 2012 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Arosa | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Seat | Lada |
| Model | Arosa | Niva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2210 mm |
