2001 Seat Arosa vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 11 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Arosa. (236 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Arosa | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Arosa | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3100 mm |
