2001 Seat Arosa vs. 2010 Audi S5
To start off, 2010 Audi S5 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2001 Seat Arosa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S5 weights approximately 666 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.
Because 2010 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S5 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, 2010 Audi S5 (440 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2010 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Arosa | 2010 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Seat | Audi |
| Model | Arosa | S5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1289 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2751 mm |
