2001 Opel Corsa vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 25 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Opel Corsa (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Corsa | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Corsa | Arosa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 70.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 34 L |