2002 Seat Arosa vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 912 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Arosa | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | Arosa | Actyon |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |