2000 Seat Salsa vs. 1998 Zagato Zuma
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Zagato Zuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Zagato Zuma would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Zagato Zuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Zagato Zuma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Zagato Zuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Zagato Zuma. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Zagato Zuma. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1998 Zagato Zuma has manual transmission. 1998 Zagato Zuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Salsa | 1998 Zagato Zuma | |
| Make | Seat | Zagato |
| Model | Salsa | Zuma |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
