2002 Seat Arosa vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Seat Arosa. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Symbol weights approximately 140 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 Renault Symbol (148 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm). This means 2011 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Arosa. 2011 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Arosa | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Seat | Renault |
| Model | Arosa | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2473 mm |
