2002 Seat Arosa vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 471 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 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Seat Arosa | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Arosa | Bora |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.6 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |