2002 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 272 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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Arosa | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Seat | Hyundai |
| Model | Arosa | Accent |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 144 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
