2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Seat Arosa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Pacifica | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 35 L |
