2001 Chrysler Viper vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 730 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chrysler Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chrysler Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Arosa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Viper | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Viper | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |
