2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, both 2001 Opel Vectra and 2001 Seat Arosa were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 196 kg more than 2001 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 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 2001 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
