2001 Seat Arosa vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 67 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Arosa | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Arosa | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
